Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how velvet-cliff uses them, and your choices regarding their use. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their sites are being used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Security cookies: Help protect your information and prevent fraud
• Cookie consent: Remembers your cookie preferences

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Language preferences: Remember your preferred language settings
• Form data: Remember information you enter in forms
• User preferences: Remember your customization choices

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website and our services.

• Page views: Track which pages are visited most frequently
• Traffic sources: Understand how visitors arrive at our site
• User behavior: Analyze how visitors navigate through the site

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. These may include:

• Analytics providers: To help us understand website usage patterns
• Social media platforms: If you choose to share our content
• Advertising networks: To deliver relevant advertisements

We do not control the cookies placed by third parties. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information about their practices.

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies from being set
• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please visit your browser's help documentation:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:

• Some website features may not function properly
• You may need to re-enter information each time you visit
• Personalization features will not be available
• We will not be able to remember your preferences

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use local storage technologies (such as HTML5 localStorage) to store information on your device. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored. The same principles and choices described for cookies apply to local storage.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

velvet-cliff
2847 Technology Drive, Suite 301
Toronto, ON M5V 2T6
Canada

Email: [email protected]