Overview of Our Cookie Policy
Desert Bankruptcy Law is committed to protecting your privacy online while delivering you the most useful and enjoyable website experience. This Cookie Policy describes Desert Bankruptcy Law’s use of cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, or similar tracking technologies (collectively referred to as Cookies) on Desert Bankruptcy Law’s website located at https://desertbk.com/ (“Web Site”). The types of cookies used, how they are used, and how you can control the use of cookies are described in this policy. We believe that you should know exactly what information Desert Bankruptcy Law is collecting on this site and how it is used while you navigate information on bankruptcy, debt relief and the path to financial recovery.
Definition of a cookie
Cookies are small pieces of information that a website stores on your computer, tablet or mobile phone when you visit the site. These cookies are used in many ways to make websites perform better, to improve the user experience, and provide information for website owners. Cookies stored on your computer or mobile phone can be used to remember website preferences, to track your performance and usage on a website, and to enhance the functionality of a website. Cookies are also used by some websites to help target advertising messages on the website, either about its own products and services or third-party service providers. Some cookies may be essential for the operation of the website; other types may be used for analysis of usage or to provide content specific to a user.
Purpose of our cookie policy
Desert Bankruptcy Law uses cookies as part of our commitment to bring you accurate legal information, access to education, and customized service. Cookies allow us to:
- Keep the website running
- Remember who you are so we can tailor the service to fit you
- Track website use and what is most useful to visitors so that we can improve our site
- Provide you with relevant educational materials and service recommendations
Cookies also allow us to see what areas and material are most useful to visitors so that we can help more people accomplish their goal of financial freedom.
The cookies we use
We use a number of types of cookies on the Desert Bankruptcy Law website:
- Required Cookies. These cookies are essential to the functioning of the website and cannot be turned off in our systems. They allow you to access core content like secure areas and set up appointments.
- Performance Cookies and Analytics Cookies. These cookies collect information about how visitors are using our site, including which pages are most frequently visited, how users navigate through the site, and what error messages users receive while using our site. We use analytics cookies and certain third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to help us improve our content and user experiences. All data is aggregated and anonymized.
- Functional Cookies. These cookies allow us to remember your preferences such as language, region, or information you have entered in forms in order to provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Marketing Cookies and Third Party Cookies. With your consent, we may use cookies from third-party vendors to serve content and advertisements to you based on your prior visits. We also use cookies from social media providers to facilitate social sharing features.
More information on 3rd party cookies
In addition to cookies that we use, third-party cookies from trusted partners may be set on your device. These cookies are used to deliver site analytics, advertising products, and enable social media integration. For instance, we may use:
- Google Analytics: To gather anonymous information regarding site usage and site visitor behavior. This information allows us to improve our resources and services.
- Google Ads: To show targeted ads about our services to persons who may have a legal or financial need addressed by the Firm.
- Social media plugins (such as Facebook, LinkedIn): To allow you to share articles or otherwise communicate with us through common affinity platforms like Facebook or LinkedIn.
These third parties may utilize the information collected through cookies about your online activities over time and across websites. The use of third-party cookies is subject to the privacy policies of the third parties. Additionally, we recommend that you review their privacy and cookie policies.
How we use cookie information
The data we collect through cookies is used only in connection with improving the way our website works as well as the services you get as a user. We do not sell or rent your cookie information to third parties. Most notably, we use cookie-generated information to:
- Optimize website functionality and navigation
- Analyze visitor habits to create new educational material
- Make content and service offerings more relevant to you
- Measure the impact of our outreach or marketing initiatives
All analytical data is aggregated and consolidated. No personal information about you-such as your name or contact data-is collected via cookies unless you send it to us voluntarily (e.g., filling out a form or using communication functionality on our website).
Managing your cookie settings
We recognize and respect your right to control your personal information. When you first visit a Desert Bankruptcy Law website, you will be asked to accept or set cookies. You can accept all cookies, refuse non-essential cookies, or perform granular control.
You may also change your cookies settings at any point by clicking on our Cookie Settings tool that is usually displayed at the bottom of the website. In addition, most web browsers provide users with the ability to manage and control cookies through their settings and preferences for websites, including blocking or disabling cookies entirely. If you do so, however, be aware that this may affect the availability of certain functions, features, or resources on our site(s).
Instructions on how to manage cookies on your browser
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data. From here, you can customize your preferences or delete cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & security > Cookies and Site Data. You can manage and delete cookies here.
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy. You can block and delete cookies as you wish.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
- On mobile devices, cookie management options are available in, or accessible through, the menu. Please refer to your official browser support for more detailed information.
How to withdraw your consent
If you had previously given consent to the use of cookies and now change your mind, or if you want to withdraw your consent, you can do so at any time by returning to our Cookie Settings tool or to the settings of your browser. Please note that, after you withdraw your consent, cookies that are not strictly necessary will not be set on your device. If you withdraw your consent, please be aware that this may impact the operation and the level of personalization of our Site.
Data protection and privacy policy
DESERT BANKRUPTCY LAW is dedicated to ensuring compliance with all relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA, also known as AB 375) for users in California. We take every reasonable step to employ adequate security measures in connection with all data that is submitted via cookies and/or processed to ensure that any information processed is done in a responsible manner consistent with all applicable laws. Our Privacy Policy includes more thorough details relating to the collection, use, and protection of your data.
Cookies and children’s privacy
This website is a resource for adults looking for legal and financial information. We do not intentionally collect cookies or personal data regarding those under the age of 16. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child has provided us with personal data through cookies or another form, please notify us as soon as possible at [email protected] so that we may take appropriate measures.
Amendments to this cookie policy
We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy periodically to address technological developments, legal changes, and other changes in our data practices. When we post material changes on our website, we will notify you by placing a prominent notice in a relevant area of our website or by changing the effective date of the policy. Please note that we encourage you to review this page from time to time to stay apprised of what may happen with regard to our usage of cookies on the site and elsewhere and with respect to your rights as a user.
Contacting us
If you have any inquiries or requests regarding our Cookie Policy, how we utilize cookies, as well as how to manage your preferences, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are committed to delivering support and information to you to help make your experience with Desert Bankruptcy Law seamless and secure. For more information, you may also visit our Contact Desert Bankruptcy Law page.
Frequently asked questions about cookies
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Do cookies collect my personal information?
Cookies do not collect personal information by themselves unless submitted through forms. Analytical and performance cookies gather aggregated, anonymized data to help us enhance the site. -
Will turning off cookies prevent me from using the website?
Some types of cookies are essential to ensure features such as scheduling an appointment or secure browser sessions. Turning off non-essential cookies does not necessarily prevent access to all content, however some features may be degraded. -
Can I opt out of third party cookies?
Yes. Use the Cookie Settings tool on our website, or your browser or device’s privacy controls. -
How often will this Cookie policy be updated?
We periodically review and update this policy for accuracy and compliance. The most recent version of the policy will always be posted on this page. -
Who should I contact for more information?
To learn more about cookies or for inquiries regarding other privacy matters, please contact [email protected].
Promise to responsible browsing
By accessing the Desert Bankruptcy Law Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you have chosen to opt out of cookies. We offer this up-front information as part of our privacy policy and we encourage you to make privacy-conscious decisions and ask questions. At Desert Bankruptcy Law, getting you to financial freedom is our goal – and doing it while preserving your privacy is our mission.