Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 17, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies allow us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.
2. How We Use Cookies
ThriftNearMe.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the Site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our Site. We use this information to improve our Site.
Google Analytics places cookies on your device to track this information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Advertising Cookies
We display advertisements through third-party advertising networks. When active, our advertising partner Mediavine and its partners may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Serve ads relevant to your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Track conversions
These advertising cookies may track your browsing activity across multiple websites. You can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting:
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.eu
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use cookies placed by third parties when you use our Site. These include:
| Third Party | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google Maps | Store maps and directions | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Mediavine | Advertising (when active) | mediavine.com/privacy-policy |
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies can remain on your device for different periods of time:
- Session cookies — these are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies — these remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually
Google Analytics cookies typically expire after 2 years. Advertising cookies vary by provider.
5. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. Note that if you delete or block cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly. Here is how to manage cookies in major browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Interest-based advertising opt-out: optout.networkadvertising.org
6. Cookie Consent
By continuing to use ThriftNearMe.com, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not consent, you should adjust your browser settings to block cookies or discontinue use of the Site.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. ThriftNearMe.com does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: