Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how EnergyScout (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit https://energyscout.io (the “Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website owners for analytics, personalization, and advertising purposes.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period of time or until deleted
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as submitting forms or setting privacy preferences.
b. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our Website. This includes information about pages visited, time spent on the site, traffic sources, and overall site performance.
c. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services (such as Meta/Facebook Pixel or Google Ads) to help deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns across other websites.
d. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as preferences or form inputs) and provide enhanced or personalized features.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website are placed by third-party services. These third parties may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about your online activities across different websites.
Examples of third-party services that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
- YouTube (for embedded videos)
- Lead form tools, scheduling tools, or chat services (such as HubSpot, Calendly, or Intercom)
We do not control these cookies. For more information, please review the privacy and cookie policies of the respective third-party providers.
4. Your Cookie Choices
You have several options for managing cookies:
a. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
b. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Instructions vary by browser, but helpful resources can typically be found for:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
c. Advertising Opt-Out Tools
You may also opt out of certain targeted advertising through industry opt-out programs, including:
- YourAdChoices
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
Please note that disabling or rejecting certain cookies may impact the functionality or performance of the Website.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When updates are made, the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will be revised.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: