Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how IGBS — International Group for Business Solutions ("IGBS," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at ig-bs.com (the "Site"). It supplements our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, tablet, mobile) when you visit them. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and collect information about how you use the Site. We also use related technologies such as web beacons, pixels, local storage, and session storage — collectively referred to as "cookies" in this policy.
2. Categories of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
Required for the Site to function. These cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| igbs_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| igbs_lang | Remembers your preferred language | 12 months |
Performance and analytics cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use these only with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics (Google LLC) | Measures Site usage on an anonymized basis | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| _clck, _clsk, CLID, ANONCHK, MR, MUID, SM | Microsoft Clarity (Microsoft Corp.) | Records anonymized session interactions and heatmaps. Maximum retention 90 days. | Session – 1 year |
Functionality cookies
Allow the Site to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| igbs_pref_* | Stores user-interface preferences (theme, animation settings) | 6 months |
Targeting and advertising cookies
Set by Google Ads to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you on third-party sites, and to measure ad performance. Active only with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| NID, _gcl_au, IDE, DSID, FLC, AID | Google Ads / Google Marketing Platform | Measures ad performance and delivers remarketing to users who have visited the Site | 30 days – 2 years |
3. Third-party tools we use
Google Tag Manager (GTM-5KNQGVWB)
Google Tag Manager is a tag-management container that loads other analytics and advertising tags. GTM itself does not collect personal data, but the tags it loads (Analytics, Ads) do.
Google Analytics 4
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use the Site. IP anonymization is enabled. User-level data retention is set to 14 months. Google Privacy Policy · Opt out via Google's browser add-on
Google Ads
Where you consent to advertising cookies, Google Ads is used to measure conversions and deliver remarketing. Google Ads cookies
Microsoft Clarity
Microsoft Clarity captures anonymized session recordings, heatmaps, and click data. Form inputs and sensitive content are masked by default. Maximum data retention is 90 days. Microsoft Privacy Statement
4. Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit the Site, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Please note that if you reject all non-essential cookies, certain Site features may not work as intended. Strictly necessary cookies will always remain active.
5. Do Not Track
We honor "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals where technically feasible. When DNT is enabled in your browser, we limit non-essential tracking accordingly.
6. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@ig-bs.com.