Effective Date: August 19, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how PTOMoms.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, help the site work properly, and occasionally... to save your sanity (like remembering you’re already logged in).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are tiny text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and make the site faster and easier to use.

We’re not talking about chocolate chip cookies (though those are great too) — these are small data files used to help websites function.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several helpful reasons:

• Login & session management: So you stay logged in as you browse.
• Site preferences: Like your selected school, grade, or language.
• Performance: To see what’s working and what’s not (via analytics).
• Security: To detect suspicious activity and prevent spam or abuse.
• Third-party integrations: Like Amazon buttons, fundraising tools, or embedded media.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required to operate the site (e.g. login, account functions).
• Performance Cookies: Help us track visits and improve the experience (e.g. Google Analytics).
• Functional Cookies: Remember your settings or preferences (e.g. selected grade or school).
• Third-party Cookies: Set by services we integrate, like Amazon, PayPal, or Printify. These may track activity on or off PTOMoms.com.

4. Managing Cookies

You’re in control. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies anytime:

• Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Use "incognito" or private browsing mode for no-cookie sessions.
• Some browsers allow you to block third-party cookies specifically.

Note: If you disable certain cookies, parts of PTOMoms.com may not work as expected — like staying logged in or saving your school list.

5. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can accept all cookies or choose to manage your preferences. That banner is your moment to say “yes,” “no,” or “maybe later.”

6. Third-Party Services

Some cookies may come from third-party services we use to enhance the platform. For example:

• Google Analytics (analytics)
• Amazon (school supply links)
• Printify/Printful (product previews or purchase widgets)

These services have their own cookie policies. Please review their websites if you’re curious or concerned.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We’ll update the “Effective Date” at the top and notify you if there’s anything major.

8. Questions?

Got questions about cookies, privacy, or whether we prefer soft-baked or crispy? Email us at privacy@ptomoms.com.

Thanks for visiting PTOMoms — we use cookies to make your life easier, not creepier. 🍪