Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2026
This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on upgroves.com, and how you can manage them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you interact with the site, and provide essential functionality.
Not all cookies are trackers. Some are harmless functional files that make a website work properly.
What cookies we use
We use very few cookies. Here they are, transparently:
Essential / functional cookies
These are necessary for core functionality. They cannot be disabled without breaking the features they support.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FormSubmit session | FormSubmit.co | Enables the contact form to submit correctly and prevents spam | Session |
| Cal.com session | Cal.com | Allows the scheduling widget to load and function on the contact page | Session |
Analytics cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. They do not identify you personally.
| Cookie / Storage | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umami analytics | Umami (self-hosted or cloud) | Tracks page views, referrers, and basic usage patterns — entirely anonymized. No IP addresses, no fingerprints, no cross-site tracking. | Session / up to 14 months for aggregate data |
Umami is designed with privacy in mind. It does not use third-party cookies or build user profiles. You can read more at https://umami.is.
No marketing or advertising cookies
We do not use cookies for advertising, remarketing, or social media tracking. No Facebook Pixel, no Google Ads tracking, no Hotjar.
How to manage cookies
You can control cookies through:
Our cookie banner. When you first visit our site, you can accept or reject analytics cookies. Essential cookies are always active.
Your browser settings. Most browsers let you view, manage, and delete cookies. Here are links to instructions for common browsers:
Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent the contact form or scheduling widget from working.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as we add or change the tools on our site. Check the “Last updated” date to see when it was last revised.
Contact
Questions? admin@upgroves.com.