Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on Cars.na
Last updated: January 1, 2024
Cookie Usage at a Glance
Essential Only
We use cookies primarily for essential site functions
Your Control
Manage cookie preferences in your browser settings
Privacy First
No tracking without your explicit consent
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and improving site functionality.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes to cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Required for basic website functionality
- • User authentication and login sessions
- • Shopping cart and form data retention
- • Security and fraud prevention
- • Load balancing and site performance
Functional Cookies
Enhance your experience with personalized features
- • Language and region preferences
- • Search filters and sorting preferences
- • Recently viewed vehicles
- • Accessibility settings
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Help us understand how you use our site
- • Page views and user journey tracking
- • Popular search terms and filters
- • Site performance and error monitoring
- • A/B testing for feature improvements
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
Deliver relevant advertisements and content
- • Personalized vehicle recommendations
- • Retargeting for viewed vehicles
- • Social media integration
- • Email marketing preferences
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
Analytics Services
Google Analytics, Hotjar
Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
Payment Processing
Stripe, PayPal
Customer Support
Intercom, Zendesk
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Desktop Browsers:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
- • Firefox: Options → Privacy → Cookies
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- • Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Mobile Browsers:
- • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Privacy
- • Android Chrome: Settings → Site settings
- • Mobile Firefox: Settings → Privacy
Important Note:
Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Some features may not work properly if you block all cookies.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit Cars.na, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies for the full website experience
- Reject non-essential cookies (only essential cookies will be used)
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
- Change your preferences at any time through browser settings
6. Cookie Data Retention
Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies
Stored for specific periods (30 days to 2 years)
Typical Retention Periods:
- • Authentication cookies: Until logout or 30 days
- • Preference cookies: 1 year
- • Analytics cookies: 2 years
- • Marketing cookies: 30-90 days
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
We'll notify you of significant changes by updating the "last modified" date and, where appropriate, provide additional notice through our website or email.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: