Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 18, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how BestChoice ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at bestchoice.best (the "Site"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, BestChoice) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable features or functionality provided by external services, such as advertising, analytics, and social media integration.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Site would not function correctly without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Site's performance and content.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook - Delivers advertisements | 3 months |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick - Targeted advertising | 1 year |
| NID | Google - Stores preferences and other information | 6 months |
Affiliate Tracking Cookies
These cookies track referrals to our affiliate partners so we can receive commissions for purchases made through our links. They help attribute sales to our Site and ensure we are properly credited.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| affiliate_id | Tracks affiliate referral source | 30 days |
| cj_* | Commission Junction affiliate tracking | Varies |
| ir_* | Impact Radius affiliate tracking | Varies |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your display preferences | 1 year |
| recently_viewed | Stores recently viewed products/articles | 30 days |
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that track user behavior and conversions.
- Local Storage: Technology that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with larger storage capacity.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when you close your browser.
How to Control Cookies
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using the following tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance
- Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we honor opt-out preferences set through the mechanisms described above.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or delete cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly. For example:
- You may need to re-enter information each time you visit
- Some personalization features may not work
- We may not be able to remember your preferences
- Affiliate links may not be tracked correctly
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
BestChoice
Email: privacy@bestchoice.best
Address: 123 Review Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94102