Last updated: February 27, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how VA Automation Lab (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://vaautomationlab.com/ (“Website”).
By continuing to use this Website, you acknowledge and accept the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or the cookie consent banner.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, remember your preferences, and provide analytical data about how the site is used.
Cookies are either:
- First-party cookies — set directly by VA Automation Lab
- Third-party cookies — set by external services integrated into the Website
Categories of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the Website to function and cannot be disabled. They do not store personally identifiable information.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Maintains login session | Session |
| wordpress_sec | WordPress | Security authentication | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Admin interface preferences | 1 year |
| cookielawinfo-* | Cookie consent plugin | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced functionality.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| optimole_* | Optimole | Image optimization and delivery | Session |
3. Analytics and Performance Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use the Website. Analytics cookies are only activated with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes users (session) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics 4 | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Data collected may include: pages visited, time on page, scroll depth, device and browser information, and approximate geographic location. No personally identifiable information is collected by GA4.
Google Search Console does not place cookies on your device. It provides aggregated performance data based on Google Search activity only.
4. Email Marketing Cookies
We use MailerLite to manage newsletter subscriptions and email communications. When you submit a form on this Website, MailerLite may set cookies to record your subscription and measure form performance.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ml_subscriber | MailerLite | Records newsletter opt-in status | 1 year |
| ml_subscriber_hash | MailerLite | Validates subscriber identity | 1 year |
These cookies are only activated when you submit a form or opt in to receive communications from VA Automation Lab.
5. Affiliate and Tracking Cookies
This Website contains affiliate links to third-party products and services. When you click an affiliate link, the affiliate network may place a cookie on your device to attribute commissions. These cookies do not identify you personally.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Awin | Affiliate commission attribution | 30 days |
| Impact | Affiliate commission attribution | 30 days |
| Other affiliate networks | Commission attribution | Varies |
The specific affiliate networks in use may change as new partnerships are established. This section will be updated accordingly.
6. Advertising Cookies
At this time, VA Automation Lab does not run paid advertising campaigns on this Website. If Google AdSense or other advertising networks are activated in the future, this policy will be updated before activation to reflect the cookies they place and the consent requirements that apply.
7. Security and Anti-Spam Cookies
If Google reCAPTCHA is implemented on contact or opt-in forms, it may set cookies to verify that form submissions are made by a human user and not a bot. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _GRECAPTCHA | Google reCAPTCHA | Bot detection and abuse prevention | 6 months |
Your Cookie Choices
Browser settings: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
Cookie consent banner: When you first visit the Website, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the Website.
Opt-out links for specific services:
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when new cookies or third-party services are added to the Website. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us:
- By email: hello@vaautomationlab.com
- By visiting our Contact page
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.