Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 27, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site. Bizz Factor uses cookies and similar technologies (like local storage and pixels) to provide a better experience for both consumers searching for businesses and business owners managing their profiles.
Cookies We Use
When you browse Bizz Factor to find local businesses, we use the following types of cookies:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bf_session | Keeps you logged into your account | Session |
| bf_csrf | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Functional Cookies
Enhance your experience by remembering preferences and personalizing content.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bf_location | Remembers your preferred city for searches | 30 days |
| bf_recent | Stores recently viewed businesses | 30 days |
| bf_theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our site to improve the experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| bf_analytics | Internal analytics - page views and clicks | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - ad targeting | 3 months |
| bf_campaign | Tracks which campaign brought you to the site | 30 days |
How Cookies Improve Your Experience
- Faster Searches: Remember your preferred city so you don't have to select it each time
- Personalized Results: Show businesses relevant to your past searches and interests
- Seamless Login: Keep you logged in so you can save favorites and write reviews
- Better Recommendations: Suggest businesses similar to ones you've viewed
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over which cookies you accept. Here's how to manage them:
1. Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Here are links to cookie settings for major browsers:
2. Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3. Opt-Out of Interest-Based Advertising
Visit the following sites to opt out of personalized ads from participating companies:
4. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can use the other methods above to manage tracking preferences.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of Bizz Factor, such as logging in or saving preferences. Analytics and marketing cookies can be disabled without affecting core functionality.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected]