🍪 Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how Pro Bids Inc ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website probidsinc.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this 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 help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Our website uses the following types of cookies:

🔧 Essential Cookies (Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled and do not require your consent.

• Session management cookies
• Security cookies
• Load balancing cookies
• Form submission cookies

📊 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous data.

• Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and traffic sources
• Session duration and bounce rate tracking
• Popular pages and content analysis
• Geographic and device information

⚙️ Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

• Language preference cookies
• Form auto-fill cookies
• User preference cookies
• Content customization cookies

📢 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertising and track ad campaign performance.

• Google Ads conversion tracking
• Facebook Pixel for retargeting
• LinkedIn Insight Tag
• Third-party advertising cookies

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These include:

• Google Analytics — Website traffic analysis
• Google Ads — Advertising and conversion tracking
• Facebook Pixel — Social media advertising
• LinkedIn — Professional networking analytics
• Formspree — Contact form processing
• Font Awesome & Google Fonts — Typography and icons

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them.

4. How Long Do Cookies Stay?

Cookies remain on your device for different lengths of time:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (days, months, or years)
• Analytics Cookies: Typically stored for up to 2 years
• Marketing Cookies: Usually last 30-90 days

5. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To ensure our website functions properly
• To improve website performance and user experience
• To analyze how visitors use our website
• To remember your preferences and settings
• To provide personalized content and offers
• To measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• To detect and prevent security threats

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to manage cookies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:

• View which cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
• Clear all cookies when closing the browser

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies
• Opera: Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security

7. Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific tracking services:

• Google Analytics: Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads: Ads Settings
• Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out Tool

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience:

• Some features of the website may not work properly
• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Personalized content may not be available
• Certain interactive features may be limited

9. Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you can also manage cookie preferences through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
• Android: Chrome App → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies

10. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track your browsing. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, but you can use browser settings and opt-out tools to control tracking.

11. Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data. This data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and data security.

12. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Please review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: info@probidsinc.com
• Address: 1121 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
• Website: Contact Page

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookies Policy. You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.