Do we need a cookie banner?
For a US-focused site, a cookie banner is not always required if the site only uses essential cookies or basic privacy-conscious measurement. A banner or preference tool may become appropriate if CatWise Home adds advertising pixels, retargeting, cross-site profiling, or tracking that requires opt-out choices under applicable state privacy laws.
Essential cookies
Essential cookies or similar storage may be used to keep the website secure, deliver pages, remember basic technical choices, prevent abuse, or make core site features work. These are not used to build advertising profiles.
Analytics cookies
CatWise Home uses Google Analytics 4 for basic site measurement, including page views, traffic sources, device/browser information, approximate geography, and engagement patterns. Analytics cookies help measure the site rather than sell products directly.
Affiliate links and Amazon
CatWise Home participates in Amazon Associates. When a reader clicks an Amazon affiliate link, Amazon may use cookies or similar technologies on Amazon's own site to attribute qualifying purchases. Those cookies are controlled by Amazon, not CatWise Home.
Advertising and remarketing
CatWise Home does not currently need advertising or remarketing cookies for the first launch. If advertising pixels, retargeting, or personalized advertising tools are added later, this policy should be updated and an appropriate opt-out or consent workflow should be considered.
How readers can control cookies
Readers can block, delete, or limit cookies through their browser settings. Some browsers also provide privacy signals or tracking-prevention controls. Blocking cookies may affect how some websites work, especially after leaving CatWise Home and visiting third-party sites.
Updates
This policy may change when CatWise Home adds analytics, advertising, affiliate tools, email tools, or other third-party services. The latest version should describe the tools actually used on the site.