Legal & Transparency
Cookie Policy
Website: PetInsureNow.com
Effective Date: March 31, 2026
Last Updated: May 19, 2026
Plain English Summary
Like most websites, PetInsureNow.com uses cookies, small text files stored on your device to keep the site working properly, understand how visitors use our content, and track referrals when you click our affiliate links. We do not use cookies to build personal advertising profiles or sell your data. You can control or disable non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings.
1What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and give website owners basic information about how their site is being used.
Cookies do not contain executable code and cannot carry viruses. They cannot access other files on your device or identify you personally on their own. They simply store a small piece of information that the website can read when you return.
There are also similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage that work in comparable ways. When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we mean all of these technologies collectively.
2How PetInsureNow Uses Cookies
PetInsureNow.com uses cookies for three specific purposes. We do not use cookies for behavioral advertising, cross-site tracking, or selling data to third parties.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for PetInsureNow.com to function. Without them, the website cannot load correctly or deliver its core features. They do not collect personal information or track your behavior across other sites.
What they do:
- Maintain session continuity as you navigate between pages on the site
- Store your cookie consent preferences so you are not asked again on every visit
- Enable basic site security functions and prevent fraudulent activity
- Support core WordPress and server-side functionality required for page delivery
Common essential cookies on this site:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress session authentication | Session |
| wp-settings-* | Stores user interface preferences | 1 year |
| cookielawinfo-* | Stores your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with PetInsureNow.com, which articles are read most, how long visitors stay, and which topics generate the most engagement. This data is aggregated and anonymous; it does not identify you personally.
We use this information solely to improve our content quality and site performance for example, to identify which pet insurance topics need more detailed coverage or where users are dropping off in longer articles.
What they do:
- Count the number of unique visitors and page views on each article
- Track which pages are visited and in what order during a session
- Measure average time spent on pages and bounce rate data
- Identify what device type and browser visitors are using (in aggregate)
- Record the referring source that brought a visitor to the site (e.g., search engine, direct link)
Analytics provider used:
Google Analytics 4 — operated by Google LLC. Data collected is governed by Google's Privacy Policy. We have enabled IP anonymization on all analytics data collected through our site. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Common analytics cookies on this site:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users within a 24-hour window | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles Google Analytics request rate | 1 minute |
Affiliate & Referral Tracking Cookies
When you click a "Get a Quote," "Compare Plans," or other referral link on PetInsureNow.com, affiliate tracking cookies record that click so that the pet insurance provider can attribute the referral to us. If you then purchase a policy, we may receive a commission from the insurer at no extra cost to you.
These cookies are set by the insurance provider's website (or their affiliate tracking platform) when you click through from our site. They do not track your activity on other unrelated websites, and they do not create advertising profiles.
What they do:
- Record that you arrived at an insurer's site via a PetInsureNow referral link
- Store the referral data for a defined attribution window (typically 30–90 days depending on the provider)
- Allow the insurer to attribute any resulting policy purchase to the correct referral source for commission calculation
These cookies are placed by third-party insurer platforms, not directly by PetInsureNow.com. Their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective insurance providers. For full details on our affiliate relationships, see our Affiliate Disclosure.
3Cookies We Do Not Use
To be fully transparent, we want to clearly state what we do not do with cookies on PetInsureNow.com:
✕ No Behavioral Advertising
We do not use cookies to build advertising profiles or serve you targeted ads based on your browsing behavior across other websites.
✕ No Cross-Site Tracking
We do not use cookies to track your activity on other websites outside of PetInsureNow.com for our own purposes.
✕ No Data Selling
We do not sell, rent, or share cookie data or the behavioral profiles derived from it with any third party for their marketing purposes.
✕ No Social Media Tracking Pixels
We do not use Facebook Pixel, TikTok Pixel, or similar social media retargeting pixels that track visitors for ad-targeting purposes.
4Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on PetInsureNow.com are set by third-party services that we use to operate the site. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which govern how they use that data independently of us.
Google Analytics
analytics.google.comUsed to measure site traffic and content performance. Data is anonymized at collection. Governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
Pet Insurance Provider Affiliate Platforms
Various third-party domainsSet when you click referral links to insurance providers. Used solely to track referrals for commission attribution. Each provider's cookie use is governed by their own privacy policy.
WordPress & Hosting Infrastructure
petinsurenow.comEssential cookies set by our WordPress CMS and hosting provider to maintain site sessions, security, and core functionality.
5How to Control and Disable Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on PetInsureNow.com and across your browser. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect how some parts of the site function.
Option 1 — Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, block, and delete cookies through their built-in settings. Here are direct links to cookie management instructions for the most common browsers:
Option 2 — Google Analytics Opt-Out
To prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits across all websites, you can install the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This works across all sites that use Google Analytics, not just PetInsureNow.com.
Option 3 — Affiliate Cookie Avoidance
If you prefer not to have affiliate tracking cookies set when you visit insurance provider websites, you can navigate to those sites directly rather than clicking through our referral links. This has no effect on the price you pay for any policy.
Please note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent PetInsureNow.com from functioning correctly. Disabling analytics cookies means we lose the ability to understand how our content is performing and where improvements are needed, though you can still use the site fully.
6Your Rights Regarding Cookie Data
Depending on your location, you may have specific legal rights regarding the cookie data collected during your visits to PetInsureNow.com:
Right to Know
You have the right to know what cookie data is collected about you and how it is used. This Cookie Policy provides that information in full.
Right to Opt Out
You can opt out of non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings or the opt-out options described in Section 5 above.
Right to Delete
You can delete all cookies stored by PetInsureNow.com at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and site data in your browser settings.
California Residents (CCPA)
Under the CCPA, California residents have additional rights including the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell cookie data or personal information.
7Cookie Duration: Session vs. Persistent Cookies
Cookies on PetInsureNow.com fall into two duration categories:
⏱ Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that exist only while your browser is open. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser tab or window. Used for essential site functions like maintaining your navigation state during a visit.
📅 Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device after your browser is closed, until they expire or you delete them. Used for analytics (up to 2 years) and consent preferences (1 year). Durations are listed in the cookie tables above.
8Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our technology, legal requirements, or the services we use. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of PetInsureNow.com after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.
Questions About Our Cookie Use?
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, or would like more information about a specific cookie on our site, please contact us:
Website: PetInsureNow.com
Email: help@petinsurenow.com
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