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This Cookie Policy explains how Sohum Realty uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on https://sohumrealty.com. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work efficiently and provide useful information to website owners:

Session Cookies: Temporary files deleted when you close your browser. They maintain your session as you navigate between pages.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. They remember your preferences on return visits.
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by Sohum Realty to provide core website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services integrated into our website such as Google Analytics.
Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage may also be used for comparable purposes.
Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information but may be linked to personal data we hold about you.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website, each serving a distinct purpose:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the website to function. These include session management, security tokens, and load balancing. These cannot be disabled.
Performance & Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
Functionality Cookies: Allow the website to remember choices such as property search filters, language preferences, or saved listings.
Targeting & Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant property listings and advertisements and to measure campaign effectiveness.
Social Media Cookies: Set by social media platforms through sharing buttons embedded on our website.
Chat & Support Cookies: If live chat tools are active, they may place cookies to maintain your session and conversation history.

3. Specific Cookies We Use

The following key cookies are currently in use on our website. Names and durations may vary as services evolve:

_ga, _gid (Google Analytics): Distinguish users and track sessions. Duration: _ga = 2 years; _gid = 24 hours.
_gat (Google Analytics): Used to throttle request rate to Google Analytics. Duration: 1 minute.
PHPSESSID (WordPress/PHP): Session cookie maintaining your user session. Duration: Session only.
wordpress_logged_in_* (WordPress): Identifies logged-in users and applies user-specific settings. Duration: Session or up to 1 year.
_fbp (Facebook Pixel, if active): Used by Facebook to deliver targeted advertising. Duration: 90 days.
For a complete and current list of cookies, use a browser cookie inspector or contact us at info@sohumrealty.com.

4. Managing & Controlling Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality:

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies through their settings or help documentation.
Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Facebook Opt-Out: Manage Facebook ad preferences at facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads.
Network Advertising Initiative: Opt out of interest-based advertising at optout.networkadvertising.org.
Your Online Choices (EU): Manage behavioral advertising cookies at youronlinechoices.com.
We recommend allowing at least Strictly Necessary cookies for optimal website functionality.

5. Third-Party Cookies & Services

Our website integrates third-party services that may set their own cookies, governed by each provider’s own privacy policy:

Google LLC: Analytics, Maps, and advertising. Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy.
Meta Platforms (Facebook/Instagram): Social sharing and pixel tracking. Privacy Policy: facebook.com/policy.php.
LinkedIn Corporation: Professional networking tools. Privacy Policy: linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy.
MLS / IDX Providers: Property listing data providers may use tracking technologies to monitor listing views.
WordPress Plugins: Certain plugins and themes including WP Residence may utilize cookies for core functionality.
We periodically review third-party integrations and update this policy to reflect changes in the cookies they set.

6. Cookie Consent & Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is governed by applicable privacy laws including the EU ePrivacy Directive, GDPR, and US state privacy laws:

Strictly Necessary Cookies do not require consent as they are essential for website operation.
All other cookie categories are placed only with your prior consent obtained through our cookie consent banner on your first visit.
Your consent preferences are stored and respected on subsequent visits. Change preferences anytime by clearing browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Under Illinois law, we do not sell personal data collected through cookies.
If you are in the EU or UK, consent is collected in compliance with GDPR Article 7 — freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous.
We maintain records of cookie consent in accordance with our legal obligations and will provide evidence upon request.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal or regulatory reasons:

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
For significant changes, we may notify you via a prominent notice on our website or by email where we have your contact details.
Your continued use of our website after posting of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed of updates.
This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on January 1, 2024.
For any questions about our use of cookies, please use the contact details below.