Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly and allow us to understand how visitors use our content.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They include storing your cookie consent preference (cookieConsent in localStorage). These cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality.
Analytics cookies
With your consent, we may use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics — pages visited, time on site, and general device information. This helps us improve our educational content.
Advertising cookies
With your consent, Google AdSense and advertising partners may set cookies to display relevant ads and measure ad performance. These cookies may track visits across websites.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Third parties such as Google LLC may set cookies when you visit our site. We do not control these cookies. For more information, see Google's cookie policy.
4. Managing Cookies
- Cookie banner: when you first visit, you can accept or decline optional cookies via the banner at the bottom of the page.
- Browser settings: most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. See your browser's help section for instructions.
- Google ad opt-out: visit adssettings.google.com to manage personalized advertising.
5. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Disabling necessary cookies may prevent the cookie banner from remembering your choice. Disabling analytics or advertising cookies will not affect core site functionality but may result in less relevant advertisements.
6. Retention
Consent preferences are stored until you clear your browser data. Analytics cookies typically expire after 24 months. Advertising cookie retention varies by provider.
7. Contact
Questions about cookies: info@northstarinvesting.net
North Star Investing — 1050 West Pender Street, Suite 900, Vancouver, BC V6E 3T4, Canada