Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain features of our website to function properly.
2. How We Use Cookies
Guide Legacy Security uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - tracks user behavior | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - property-specific tracking | 2 years |
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| marketing_pref | Tracks marketing preferences | 6 months |
| ad_tracking | Advertisement personalization | 3 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Social Media Platforms: For social media integration and sharing
- Marketing Platforms: For advertising and remarketing purposes
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies that govern their use of cookies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only necessary cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Update Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable certain cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Contact forms may not work correctly
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Website performance may be affected
- Personalized content may not be available
7. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
We regularly review and delete unnecessary cookies to minimize data collection.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 (416) 555-1234
- Address: 1450 Kingston Road, Suite 200, Toronto, ON M1N 1R3, Canada
10. Useful Links
For more information about cookies and how to manage them: