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Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control cookie preferences.

2. How We Use Cookies

AbbarSarch uses cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: To ensure our website works properly and securely
  • User Experience: To remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and improve our services
  • Marketing: To provide relevant content and measure advertising effectiveness
  • Communication: To remember your contact preferences and form submissions

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
abbarsarch_session Maintains user session for form submissions Session
abbarsarch_cookies Stores your cookie preferences 1 year
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site request forgery Session

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and website activity 3 months
_fbc Facebook Click ID - tracks ad performance 1 year

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user interactions and generate reports about website activity.

Learn more about Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. These platforms may set their own cookies.

4.3 Map Services

We use Google Maps to display our location. Google Maps may set cookies to provide mapping functionality.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:

5.1 Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while browsing our website.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences between visits.

5.3 Cookie Expiration

  • Session cookies: Expire when browser is closed
  • Short-term cookies: 1 day to 1 month
  • Long-term cookies: 1 month to 2 years

6. Managing Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept only necessary cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

6.2 Cookie Settings

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
  • Using our cookie preference center
  • Contacting us directly

7. Browser Cookie Controls

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

  • View which cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete cookies individually or all at once
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser

7.1 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

8. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites not to track users. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to these signals.

We respect your privacy choices. If you have opted out of analytics or marketing cookies through our cookie settings, we will honor those preferences regardless of your browser's Do Not Track setting.

9. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may use identifiers similar to cookies. You can control these through your device settings:

9.1 iOS Devices

Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track

9.2 Android Devices

Settings > Privacy > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

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

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.

11. Contact Us

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

AbbarSarch Air Conditioning Services

1234 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M6K 1L5
Canada

Phone: +1 (416) 555-0123

Email: [email protected]

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