Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Contulamie ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website contulamie.com. This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.

Cookies may be either "persistent" cookies or "session" cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your visit to our website and other websites to provide you with more relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

3.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or login information.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services include:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site.

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Social Media Platforms

We may use social media plugins from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. These platforms may place cookies to track your interactions.

4.3 Email Marketing Services

We use email marketing services to send newsletters and promotional emails. These services may place cookies to track email open rates and click-through rates.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Website Function: Enable core functionality like navigation and access to secure areas
• User Experience: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics: Understand how our website is used and improve its performance
• Marketing: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
• Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
• Personalization: Customize content based on your interests

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent

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 cookie preferences

6.2 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
• Clearing your browser's cookie storage
• Adjusting your browser's privacy settings

6.3 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser.

Popular browser cookie settings:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Edge

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Some pages may not display correctly
• Certain features may be unavailable
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Form submissions may not work properly

Necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function.

8. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may use different technologies similar to cookies:

• Local Storage: Stores data locally on your device
• Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for advertising
• App Analytics: Usage tracking within mobile applications

You can usually control these through your device's privacy settings.

9. Data Retention

Different types of cookies are retained for different periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Preference cookies: Typically retained for 1 year
• Analytics cookies: Usually retained for 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Retained for 3-13 months depending on the service

10. International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer and process cookie data outside of Canada. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information or use cookies to track children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through our website or email for significant changes
• Request new consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: