Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.
2. How We Use Cookies
AutoEscoto.Center uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Provide personalized content and services
- Analyze website performance and functionality
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, form submissions, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Session cookies: Remember your actions during a single browsing session
- Security cookies: Help detect suspicious activity and protect against attacks
- Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
- Page view tracking: Counts visits to different pages
- User journey analysis: Understands how users navigate our site
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you.
- Social media integration: Enable sharing on social platforms
- Advertising optimization: Improve relevance of ads shown
- Conversion tracking: Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We may use the following third-party services:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the site.
Social Media Platforms
Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) may set cookies when you interact with their embedded content or sharing buttons on our website.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be stored for different periods:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- Third-party cookies: Duration varies based on the third-party's policy
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only necessary cookies
- Customize your preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Social Media: Visit respective platform privacy settings
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable certain cookies, some functionality may be affected:
- Website preferences may not be remembered
- Some interactive features may not work properly
- Form submissions may be impacted
- Personalized content may not be available
8. Cookie Consent for Minors
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If a child under 13 visits our website, parental consent is required for cookie usage beyond necessary cookies.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Requesting renewed consent if required by law
10. Your Rights
Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Withdraw consent for optional cookies at any time
- Request information about cookies we use
- Request deletion of certain cookie data
- File complaints with privacy authorities
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
AutoEscoto.Center
123 Wrapping Way, Suite 456
Toronto, ON M5V 2T6
Canada
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 555-1234