Website Tracking and Data Usage
Understanding how glowly-dynamix.com uses tracking technologies to enhance your experience and improve our database management services
Last Updated: March 2025
We're upfront about the tracking methods we use on glowly-dynamix.com. This page explains what these technologies do and why they matter for your browsing experience.
When you visit our site, small data files get stored on your device. These help us remember your preferences, understand how people use our platform, and make improvements based on real usage patterns. Most modern websites work this way, but we think you should know exactly what's happening behind the scenes.
What Are Tracking Technologies?
Tracking technologies are bits of code that collect information about how you interact with our website. The most common type is called a "cookie" – a small text file that sits on your device and remembers things about your visit.
But it's not just traditional cookies anymore. Web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage also play a role in how websites function today. Each has a specific purpose, from keeping you logged in to measuring which pages get the most attention.
Think of these as digital breadcrumbs. They help us create a smoother experience by remembering your choices and showing us what's working (or what isn't) on our site.
| Technology Type | How It Works | What We Track |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary files that expire when you close your browser | Page navigation, form inputs, login status during your visit |
| Persistent Cookies | Stay on your device for a set period, even after closing the browser | Preferences, language settings, returning visitor recognition |
| Analytics Scripts | Code snippets that monitor site usage patterns | Page views, time spent, navigation paths, device information |
| Local Storage | Browser-based data storage for larger amounts of information | Application state, cached content, user interface preferences |
Types of Tracking We Use
Not all tracking serves the same purpose. We've broken down our usage into four categories so you can see exactly what's going on:
Essential Operations
These are the non-negotiables. Without them, basic features won't work. They handle security verification, load balancing across servers, and session management. You can't really disable these without breaking the site's functionality. They're active only during your session and don't collect personal information beyond what's needed to keep things running.
Functional Enhancements
These remember your choices to make repeat visits easier. Language preferences, interface customizations, form auto-fill data – that sort of thing. The site works without them, but you'll have to reset your preferences every time you visit. They make the experience more personal and efficient.
Performance Analytics
We track how people interact with our database management resources and documentation. Which pages get read thoroughly? Where do visitors get stuck? This data helps us figure out what content resonates and what needs improvement. All information is aggregated and anonymized – we're looking at patterns, not individuals.
Marketing Measurement
These track how you found us and what interests you across visits. They help us understand which marketing efforts actually work and let us show relevant content based on your browsing behavior. If you've been researching database optimization techniques, for instance, we might surface related case studies on your next visit.
How Long We Keep This Data
Different tracking methods stick around for different lengths of time. Here's the breakdown:
- Session data gets wiped when you close your browser – usually within minutes of ending your visit
- Functional preferences last up to 12 months, then we ask you to confirm them again
- Analytics information is anonymized after 26 months and aggregated into broader usage reports
- Marketing data expires after 90 days unless you interact with our content again during that window
- Essential security tokens refresh every 24 hours for protection against unauthorized access
We regularly review and purge old data. There's no point keeping information that's no longer relevant or useful, and holding onto it longer than necessary just creates unnecessary risk.
Managing Your Tracking Preferences
You have control over most of these tracking technologies. Modern browsers give you options to block, delete, or receive warnings about tracking methods before they're activated.
Keep in mind that blocking everything will affect site functionality. Essential operations won't work properly, and you'll lose conveniences like saved preferences and auto-login features.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Browser Extensions
Privacy-focused browser extensions give you granular control over tracking scripts. They can block third-party trackers while allowing first-party functionality.
Private Browsing
Incognito or private mode prevents long-term storage of tracking data. Session information still works, but nothing persists after you close the window.
Manual Deletion
You can clear stored data anytime through your browser's history settings. This wipes all tracking information for selected time periods or specific sites.
Third-Party Services
Some tracking on our site comes from external services we use for analytics, content delivery, and infrastructure monitoring. These third parties have their own policies about data collection and usage.
We choose service providers carefully, looking for companies that prioritize privacy and offer clear data handling practices. That said, once data leaves our servers and goes to a third party, their policies govern how it's used.
Common third-party services we work with include content delivery networks that speed up page loads, analytics platforms that help us understand site performance, and infrastructure monitoring tools that alert us to technical issues before they affect users.
Changes to Our Tracking Methods
As technology changes and regulations shift, we update how we handle tracking. When we make significant changes to what data we collect or how we use it, this page gets updated with the new information.
Major changes will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We recommend checking back periodically if you're concerned about how your data is being used.
For questions about specific tracking technologies or concerns about your data, reach out to our team directly. We're happy to explain in detail what information we collect and why.
Questions About Our Tracking Practices?
If something on this page isn't clear or you'd like more detailed information about how we use tracking technologies, get in touch with us.