Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website

Last Updated: January 11, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling essential website functionality.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Session Management

Cookie Name:
macondo_networks_session
Purpose:
Maintains your session while browsing our website and keeps you logged in
Duration:
Session (deleted when you close your browser)
Type:
HTTP Cookie

Security Protection

Cookie Name:
XSRF-TOKEN
Purpose:
Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks
Duration:
Session (deleted when you close your browser)
Type:
HTTP Cookie

Shopping Cart

Purpose:
Remembers items in your shopping cart between visits
Duration:
Persistent (stored until you clear your browser data or complete purchase)
Storage:
Database linked to your session or user account

Device Trust

Cookie Name:
macondo_device_token
Purpose:
Remembers trusted devices for your account to enhance security and streamline login
Duration:
90 days
Type:
HTTP Cookie (Secure, HttpOnly)

Security Cookies

These cookies help protect our website and your account from automated attacks and fraudulent activity.

Cloudflare Turnstile

Provider:
Cloudflare
Purpose:
Privacy-focused bot protection that verifies you are human without intrusive challenges. Used on login, registration, contact, and checkout forms.
Data Collected:
Browser characteristics, interaction patterns (no personal identification or cross-site tracking)
More Info:

Payment Processing Cookies

We use Braintree (a PayPal service) to securely process payments. Braintree may set cookies to enable secure payment processing and fraud prevention.

Braintree Payment Cookies

Provider:
Braintree (PayPal)
Purpose:
Secure payment processing, fraud detection, and payment form functionality
Domains:
*.braintreegateway.com
*.braintree-api.com
More Info:

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by providing additional functionality and personalization.

Address Autocomplete

Provider:
Google Places API
Purpose:
Provides address suggestions when entering shipping/billing addresses
When Used:
Only when using address forms (checkout, account addresses)
More Info:

Referral & Attribution Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors arrive at our website through partner links or marketing campaigns. This information is used solely to track the effectiveness of our partnerships and marketing efforts.

Referral Source Tracking

Cookie Name:
macondo_referral_source
Purpose:
Tracks which partner or marketing campaign referred you to our website
Duration:
30-90 days (varies by referral source)
Type:
HTTP Cookie

First Visit Timestamp

Cookie Name:
macondo_referral_first_visit
Purpose:
Records when you first visited via a referral link
Duration:
Same as referral source cookie
Type:
HTTP Cookie

UTM Campaign Parameters

Purpose:
We capture standard marketing parameters (utm_source, utm_medium, utm_campaign, etc.) from URLs to understand which marketing efforts drive traffic
Storage:
Session only (not stored in cookies)
Data Collected:
Campaign source, medium, name, and click IDs from advertising platforms

Welcome Banner Preference

Cookie Name:
macondo_banner_dismissed_*
Purpose:
Remembers if you dismissed a partner welcome banner so it doesn't appear again
Duration:
30 days
Type:
HTTP Cookie

Performance & Analytics Cookies

We use performance cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve our services and user experience. We do not use third-party advertising analytics such as Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel for user tracking.

Cloudflare Analytics

Provider:
Cloudflare
Purpose:
Website performance monitoring and security analytics
Data Collected:
Page load times, general usage patterns (no personal identification)
More Info:

Internal Analytics

Purpose:
We track page visits and basic usage patterns using our own first-party analytics system
Data Collected:
Pages visited, time on site, referrer information, device type, and browser
Storage:
Server-side database linked to your session
Privacy:
Data is not shared with third parties and is used only for improving our website

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and some functionality may not work as intended.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Here are links to cookie settings for popular browsers:

Important Note

Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website, including making purchases, logging into your account, or maintaining items in your shopping cart.

How We Use Cookie Data

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information collected through cookies with third parties for marketing purposes. All cookie data is used strictly for the operation of our business and to provide you with the best possible experience.

Our Commitment

  • We only collect data necessary for website functionality and your user experience
  • We do not track you across other websites
  • We do not create detailed personal profiles for advertising
  • We do not share your data with advertising networks
  • All data is used solely for legitimate business operations

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Contact Information

Mailing Address

Macondo Networks
3 Middlebury Blvd, Suite 14
Randolph, NJ 07869
United States

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