Cookie Policy
Effective Date: April 10, 2026 | Last Updated: April 10, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how EnergyRanked (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website energyranked.com. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website operators useful information about how their site is being used.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure area access, and form submissions. Without these cookies, the site cannot function properly. These cookies do not collect personal information and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: We use analytics cookies (primarily through Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about which pages you visit, how long you spend on them, how you arrived at the site, and what you click on. This data is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it does not identify you personally. We use this information to improve our website and content.
Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember choices you make on our site, such as your location preferences for directory searches and your display settings. They help provide a more personalized experience and prevent you from having to re-enter information each time you visit.
Performance Cookies: Our caching system (WP Rocket) uses cookies to serve cached versions of pages for faster load times. These cookies improve site performance and do not collect personal data.
Specific Cookies We Use
WordPress Session Cookies: Used to manage your login session if you are a registered user or listing owner. These are essential cookies that expire when you close your browser or after a set period.
Google Analytics (_ga, _ga_*, _gid): Used to distinguish users and track site usage. The _ga cookie expires after 2 years, _gid expires after 24 hours, and _ga_* cookies expire after 2 years.
WP Rocket (wp-rocket-*): Used for page caching and performance optimization. These are performance cookies that expire after varying periods.
GeoDirectory (geodir_*): Used to remember your location preferences and search settings within our installer directory. These are functionality cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. Google Analytics and Google Maps may set cookies to provide their services. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information about their cookie practices: Google Analytics (Google Privacy Policy).
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website, particularly features like location-based search and user preferences.
To manage cookies in common browsers, visit: Chrome (Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies), Firefox (Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies), Safari (Preferences > Privacy), or Edge (Settings > Cookies and site permissions).
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at admin@nxgrowthpartner.com.