Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 17, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how WorkClout, Inc. ("WorkClout," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at workclout.org or use our quality management platform (the "Services"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions. Cookies help make your experience more efficient and personalized.
Similar technologies include:
- Web beacons (pixels): Tiny images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether content has been viewed.
- Local storage: Browser-based storage that allows websites to save data on your device.
- Session storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when your browser session ends.
For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies collectively as "cookies" in this policy.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Services to function and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting preferences, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, some parts of the Services may not work.
Examples: session authentication cookies, CSRF protection tokens, cookie consent preferences.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website — which pages are visited most, how long visitors stay, and where they came from. This data helps us improve the performance and usability of our Services. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking, conversion tracking.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples: user interface preference cookies, saved form data.
Marketing and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission.
Examples: remarketing cookies, social media tracking pixels.
3. First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by WorkClout when you visit our website. They are used to make the site work properly and to remember your preferences.
Third-party cookies are set by external services we use, such as analytics providers and advertising platforms. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control the operation of third-party cookies — please review the privacy policies of those providers for more information.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wc_cookie_consent | Strictly Necessary | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| wc_session | Strictly Necessary | Maintains your authenticated session | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes users within 24h | 24 hours |
5. Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, we display a cookie consent banner asking for your permission to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's cookie storage and revisiting our site.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Notify you when cookies are being set
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and platform. Instructions for managing cookies can typically be found in your browser's help documentation:
Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track your browsing activity. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you may use the cookie controls described above to manage tracking.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the revised policy on our website with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
WorkClout, Inc.111 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60611
[email protected]