Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 15, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Break Free Now (“I,” “me,” or “my website”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit
breakfreenow.co (the “Website”). This policy helps you understand what cookies are, why I use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember
information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized. Cookies cannot access or harm your personal files and
are widely used across the internet to enhance user experience.

Why I Use Cookies

I use cookies on Break Free Now to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly and securely

  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve content

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Provide personalized content recommendations

  • Understand which articles and resources are most valuable to my audience

  • Comply with legal requirements and protect user privacy

Types of Cookies I Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in my systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Essential cookies include:

  • WordPress session cookies for website functionality

  • Security cookies to protect against unauthorized access

  • Consent management cookies to remember your cookie preferences

  • Load balancing cookies to ensure optimal website performance

Analytics Cookies

I use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with my website. This information helps me improve the user experience and create more valuable content for professionals transitioning to entrepreneurship.

Analytics cookies include:

  • Google Analytics cookies to track page views, user sessions, and traffic sources

  • Performance monitoring cookies to identify technical issues

  • User behavior tracking to understand content engagement

  • Conversion tracking to measure goal completions

These cookies collect anonymized data and do not identify you personally.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity to provide relevant content recommendations and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Marketing cookies may include:

  • Social media cookies from platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook

  • Email marketing tracking cookies

  • Content personalization cookies

  • Remarketing cookies for targeted content delivery

Social Media Cookies

When you share content from Break Free Now on social media platforms or interact with social media features on my website, these platforms may set their own cookies on your device.

Social media platforms that may set cookies:

  • LinkedIn (for professional networking features)

  • Twitter (for content sharing)

  • Facebook (for social sharing and insights)

  • YouTube (for embedded videos)

I use both session cookies and persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them

Most cookies I use are persistent and typically expire within 1-2 years, though some essential cookies may have shorter expiration periods.

Under GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have several rights regarding cookies:

Right to Control Cookies

You can accept or decline non-essential cookies when you first visit my website. You can also change your preferences at any time by:

  • Using the cookie consent banner when it appears

  • Visiting the cookie preferences center (if available)

  • Adjusting your browser settings

  • Contacting me directly with your preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies that have been set

  • Delete individual cookies or all cookies

  • Block cookies from specific websites

  • Block all cookies (though this may affect website functionality)

Browser-specific instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data

  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

  • Edge: Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data

Opt-Out Options

For specific types of cookies, you can opt out through:

  • Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

  • Social Media: Adjust privacy settings on respective platforms

  • Marketing Cookies: Use industry opt-out tools like Your Online Choices (Europe)

Some cookies on my website are set by third-party services. These organizations have their own cookie policies:

I am not responsible for the cookie practices of these third parties, but I only work with reputable organizations that comply with privacy regulations.

International Data Transfers

Some cookies may involve transferring data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission

  • Adequacy decisions for specific countries

  • Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

I may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in:

  • Cookie technologies I use

  • Legal requirements

  • Website functionality

  • Third-party integrations

When I make significant changes, I will notify you through a prominent notice on the website or by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.

Impact of Declining Cookies

If you choose to decline certain cookies, you may experience:

  • Reduced website functionality

  • Less personalized content recommendations

  • Inability to use some interactive features

  • Need to re-enter preferences on each visit

Essential cookies cannot be declined as they are necessary for basic website operation and security.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how I use cookies, please contact me:
Email: david (at) breakfreenow.co
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry

For general privacy questions, please refer to my Privacy Policy, which provides comprehensive information about how I handle personal data.

Under GDPR, my legal basis for processing cookies includes:

  • Consent: For non-essential cookies where you have provided explicit consent

  • Legitimate Interest: For analytics cookies that help improve website performance

  • Legal Obligation: For cookies required for security and legal compliance

  • Contractual Necessity: For essential cookies required for website functionality

You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Data Protection Authority

If you have concerns about how I handle cookies that cannot be resolved through direct contact, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

For EU residents: Contact your national data protection authority.
For German residents: Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit (BfDI).

This Cookie Policy is designed to provide transparency about my cookie practices while ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws. Thank you
for taking the time to understand how Break Free Now uses cookies to enhance your experience.