Starting Over Strong

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: August 6, 2026

Introduction

Starting Over Strong  is committed to protecting your privacy while providing a secure and user-friendly experience on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser or our cookie preferences (where available).

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized.

Cookies do not typically identify you personally but may recognize your device or browser.

How We Use Cookies

Starting Over Strong uses cookies to support our mission and improve the experience of our website visitors. Cookies may be used to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly.

  • Remember your preferences and settings.

  • Improve website performance and usability.

  • Analyze website traffic and visitor trends.

  • Help us understand how visitors interact with our content.

  • Support online forms, volunteer registrations, event sign-ups, and donation processes.

  • Enhance website security and prevent fraudulent activity.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure areas, online forms, and access to website services.

Because these cookies are required for the operation of the website, they cannot generally be disabled through our website.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Navigation paths

  • Device type

  • Browser type

  • General geographic region

This information helps us improve our website and better serve our community.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make, such as:

  • Preferred language

  • Accessibility settings

  • Form information (where appropriate)

  • User preferences

These cookies provide a more personalized browsing experience.

Third-Party Cookies

Some services available through our website may place cookies on your device. These may include services used for:

  • Secure online donations

  • Embedded videos

  • Interactive maps

  • Social media sharing

  • Email newsletter subscriptions

  • Website analytics

These third-party providers maintain their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies before using those services.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • View stored cookies.

  • Delete existing cookies.

  • Block all cookies.

  • Block cookies from specific websites.

  • Receive notifications before cookies are stored.

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website, including online forms, registrations, and donations.

For information about managing cookies, consult your browser's help documentation.

Do Not Track

Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" setting. Because there is no universally accepted standard for responding to these signals, our website may not respond to Do Not Track requests at this time.

Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian consent where required by law.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our website practices.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how Starting Over Strong uses cookies, please contact us through the contact information provided on our website.

We appreciate your trust and thank you for supporting Starting Over Strong as we work to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through education, service, and outreach.