Last Updated: February 2026
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login information, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don’t have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Cookies can be classified into two main categories: session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The use of cookies is an essential part of the functionality of many websites, including uplandvale.org, as they enhance user experience and provide valuable insights into user behavior.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you must set your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.
At uplandvale.org, we utilize various types of cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies can be categorized based on their purpose and functionality:
Essential cookies are critical for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, certain functionalities of the site would not be possible. For example, essential cookies allow you to navigate our website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in to your account.
Examples of essential cookies we may use include:
Since these cookies are necessary for the website to function, you cannot opt-out of them. However, you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting information about how users interact with our content. These cookies provide insights into metrics such as the number of visitors, the pages visited, the time spent on the site, and the sources of traffic. This information is aggregated and anonymized, ensuring that it cannot be used to identify individual users.
We use analytics cookies to improve our website's performance and enhance user experience. By analyzing user behavior, we can identify areas for improvement and optimize our content accordingly. Examples of analytics cookies we may use include:
You can opt-out of analytics cookies by adjusting your browser settings or by using opt-out tools provided by third-party analytics providers.
Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. These cookies track your browsing habits and allow us to build a profile of your interests, enabling us to show you targeted advertisements on our website and other platforms.
Marketing cookies may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Examples of marketing cookies we may use include:
You can manage your preferences for marketing cookies through your browser settings or by visiting the websites of third-party advertisers to opt-out of targeted advertising.
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies that are set by external services. These cookies are typically used for tracking and advertising purposes and may collect information about your online activities across different websites. Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties.
Examples of third-party cookies we may use include:
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted.
To manage your cookie preferences, you can follow the instructions provided by your browser. Here are links to the cookie management pages for some popular browsers:
Additionally, you can opt-out of targeted advertising by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page or the Network Advertising Initiative's opt-out page.
Most web browsers provide options to manage cookies, including the ability to block or delete cookies. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Please note that if you choose to block cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your experience may be less personalized.
It is important to regularly review your browser settings and cookie preferences, especially after updates to your browser or changes to our Cookie Policy. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the cookie management features of your browser to ensure that you are comfortable with the level of tracking and data collection that occurs while you browse the internet.
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 significant changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and your options regarding cookie management.
Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you should stop using our website and adjust your cookie preferences accordingly.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
uplandvale.org
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (415) 143-8748
Address: Prestige Business Center, 1234 Market Street, Building 5, Floor 10, Office 102, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.