Cookie Policy

Last updated: 06/15/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how For The Heart Consulting (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on fortheheartconsulting.com (the “Website”).

This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device when visiting a website. Cookies and similar technologies may store or access information on a device for purposes including website functionality, security, analytics, personalization, and advertising.

Cookies may be set by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third-party services integrated into the Website (“third-party cookies”).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation, security, and core functionality of the Website. They may include cookies related to:

* security and fraud prevention

* session management

* load balancing

* consent preference storage

* form functionality

* accessibility or interface settings

Strictly necessary cookies do not require prior consent where permitted by applicable law.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced features and personalization, such as embedded media, scheduling tools, chat features, or language preferences.

Certain functional technologies may be provided by third parties and may process data once activated.

Analytics Cookies

Where implemented, analytics cookies may be used to help understand how visitors interact with the Website, including traffic sources, page usage, navigation behavior, and performance metrics.

Analytics technologies may include services such as:

* Google Analytics

* Microsoft Clarity

* or similar analytics platforms

Where required by applicable law, analytics technologies are only activated after valid user consent.

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Where implemented, advertising and marketing technologies may be used to:

* measure advertising effectiveness

* build audiences

* personalize advertising

* enable remarketing across platforms

These technologies may include services such as:

* Meta Pixel

* Google Ads technologies

* LinkedIn Insight Tag

* or similar advertising platforms

Marketing cookies may track browsing behavior across websites and devices.

Where required by applicable law, these technologies are only activated after valid user consent.

3. Third-Party Services and Embedded Content

The Website may contain embedded or integrated third-party services, including:

* video platforms

* maps

* scheduling tools

* social media content

* payment providers

* form or newsletter systems

These services may place cookies or process information when activated or interacted with.

We do not control third-party cookies or technologies. Users should review the respective privacy and cookie policies of those providers.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where required under applicable law, we rely on user consent for non-essential cookies and similar technologies, and legitimate interests for strictly necessary functionality, security, fraud prevention, and essential service delivery. Users may withdraw or modify consent preferences at any time through the Cookie Settings interface where available.

5. Consent Management

Where a consent management platform (“CMP”) is implemented, users may accept or reject non-essential cookie categories, manage consent preferences, and withdraw previously granted consent. Consent choices are stored and may be logged for compliance and audit purposes. Refusing non-essential cookies may affect certain features or embedded services.

6. International Data Transfers

Certain third-party providers may process data outside the user’s jurisdiction, including in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as the user’s country of residence.

Where required, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Cookie Retention

Cookies may remain on a device for different periods depending on their purpose.

* Session cookies expire automatically when the browser session ends.

* Persistent cookies remain until deleted or until their expiration period is reached.

Retention periods may vary depending on the relevant service provider or technology.

8. Managing Cookies

Users may manage or delete cookies through the Website’s Cookie Settings interface where available, browser settings and controls, and device privacy settings. Most browsers allow users to block cookies, delete stored cookies, control third-party cookie behavior, and receive notifications when cookies are set. Blocking certain cookies may impact Website functionality.

9. Do Not Track and Global Privacy Control

Where required by applicable law, we may recognize browser-based privacy preference signals, including Global Privacy Control (“GPC”), in relation to applicable opt-out rights.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect legal or regulatory changes, operational changes, technology updates, and changes to third-party services. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

11. Contact

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, contact:

For The Heart Consulting

rdfreise@freiseministry.org