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Builder Outlook Cookie Policy

Last updated: 03/04/2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Builder Outlook (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you access or interact with BuilderOutlook.com.

As a digital-first construction intelligence platform serving a global audience, we are committed to transparency, data protection, and compliance with applicable international regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), ePrivacy Directive, and other relevant privacy frameworks.

This Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable websites to recognize your device, store preferences, and improve user experience.

Cookies may be:

•Session Cookies: Temporary and deleted when your browser is closed

•Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted

Cookies may also be classified based on their origin:

•First-party cookies (set by Builder Outlook)

•Third-party cookies (set by external services and partners)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Builder Outlook uses multiple categories of cookies, each serving a specific function:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled in our systems.

They are used to:

•Enable secure navigation

•Maintain session integrity

•Prevent fraudulent activity

•Support core website functionality

Without these cookies, the website may not function properly.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect aggregated and anonymized information about how users interact with the website.

They help us understand:

•Pages visited

•Time spent on pages

•Traffic sources

•User navigation patterns

•Device and browser usage

This data is used to improve performance, usability, and content relevance.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember user preferences and enhance personalization.

They may store:

•Language preferences

•Region or location settings

•Interface configurations

Disabling these cookies may affect certain features but will not prevent access to the website.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

They may:

•Track browsing behavior across websites

•Build user interest profiles

•Deliver personalized advertising

•Limit ad frequency

•Measure performance and engagement

These cookies are often placed by third-party advertising partners.

4. Third-Party Cookies and Technologies

Builder Outlook allows third-party services, including Google AdSense and other programmatic advertising platforms, to place cookies and similar technologies on user devices.

These third parties may:

•Collect anonymized and behavioral data

•Serve targeted advertisements

•Track user interactions across multiple websites

•Measure advertising effectiveness

We do not control third-party cookies directly. Their use is governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. Google Advertising and DoubleClick Cookie

Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies such as the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads to users based on prior visits to this website and other websites.

Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to:

•Deliver personalized ads

•Measure ad performance

•Optimize advertising campaigns

Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

https://www.google.com/settings/ads

6. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing

Where required by law, we process cookies based on:

•User consent (for non-essential cookies)

•Legitimate interest (for essential functionality, security, and analytics)

•Legal obligations, where applicable

Users located in jurisdictions such as the European Economic Area (EEA) and Brazil will be presented with consent mechanisms before non-essential cookies are activated.

7. Cookie Consent Management

Upon visiting Builder Outlook, users may be presented with a cookie consent banner or preference center allowing them to:

•Accept all cookies

•Reject non-essential cookies

•Customize cookie preferences

Consent can be withdrawn or modified at any time through browser settings or available consent tools.

8. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

Users have full control over cookies through browser settings.

You may:

•View stored cookies

•Delete cookies

•Block specific cookies

•Disable all cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may:

•Limit functionality

•Affect performance

•Reduce personalization

9. Data Retention and Storage

Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their type and purpose:

•Session cookies expire at the end of the browsing session

•Persistent cookies remain until expiration or manual deletion

We retain cookie-related data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.