1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Smryxellwhral ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://smryxellwhral.ddd.
This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them. It also explains how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting
- Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the website you are visiting
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.
- Purpose: Enable basic website functionality, security features, and session management
- Duration: Session or up to 1 year
- Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This information helps us improve our website and services.
- Purpose: Track page views, session duration, bounce rates, and user navigation patterns
- Duration: Up to 26 months
- Legal Basis: Consent
- Third Parties: We may use analytics services such as Google Analytics
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements. They help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
- Purpose: Deliver targeted advertising, track ad performance, and prevent repeated ad exposure
- Duration: Up to 24 months
- Legal Basis: Consent
- Third Parties: Advertising networks and social media platforms
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our website:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie consent preferences (Duration: 1 year)
- session_id: Maintains your session state (Duration: Session)
Analytics Cookies
- _ga: Distinguishes unique users (Duration: 2 years)
- _gid: Distinguishes unique users (Duration: 24 hours)
- _gat: Throttles request rate (Duration: 1 minute)
Marketing Cookies
- _fbp: Identifies browsers for Facebook advertising (Duration: 3 months)
- _gcl_au: Google Ads conversion tracking (Duration: 3 months)
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data locally on your device
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images (also known as pixel tags) that track whether you have opened an email or visited a web page
- JavaScript: Scripts that enable website functionality and collect usage information
6. How to Manage Cookies
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer or clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is set
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies and site permissions
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies using the following tools:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit optout.aboutads.info
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit optout.networkadvertising.org
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit youronlinechoices.eu
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or block cookies, please be aware that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- Your preferences may not be saved between visits
- You may need to re-enter information on return visits
- Some pages may not display correctly
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function. If you block all cookies, the website may not work correctly.
8. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties. We work with the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance measurement
- Google Fonts: Font delivery service
- Font Awesome: Icon library delivery
These third parties may use cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies:
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Font Awesome Privacy Policy: https://fontawesome.com/privacy
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites indicating that you do not wish to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences using the methods described in Section 6 of this policy.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons.
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Display a notice on our website informing you of the changes
- Request fresh consent where required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Address: 150 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1L4, Canada
- Email: ask-us@smryxellwhral.world
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.