Cookie Policy/GDPR

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use on our website (barrie-seo.alertwave.net), and how you can manage or delete these cookies. We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and UK GDPR.

What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. These files serve various functions: they can help us remember your preferences, store information as you navigate our site, and collect data for analytics and to personalize content. Cookies enhance the functionality of websites and improve user experience.

Types of Cookies Used on Our Website
Our website uses four types of cookies, each serving a different purpose:

  1. Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.

  2. Performance Cookies: These collect information about how visitors use our website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often. The data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymized, resulting in statistics that help us improve the performance of our site.

  3. Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name) and provide enhanced, more personal features. These cookies can also be used to remember changes you’ve made to prevent repetitive information.

  4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver ads that are more relevant to you, or to limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They remember that you have visited our website and may help us understand products or services you’re interested in.

Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to manage, delete, or disable cookies, you can do so through your browser’s settings. Each browser has its own procedure for managing cookie preferences, which can be found in the browser’s ‘help’ or ‘settings’ menu. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your experience while using it.

Third-Party Cookies
Our website also uses third-party cookies from partners such as analytics providers and ad networks. These cookies help us understand how our site is performing and provide more relevant content to you. The use of these cookies is subject to the privacy policies of these third parties.

Consent and Control
By using our website, you consent to the placement of the cookies described above on your device, except for marketing-related cookies where we have asked for your explicit consent. You can provide, deny, or withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie settings page.

Updates to Our Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy is regularly reviewed and updated in line with new regulations, industry codes, or changes to our websites. The most recent update was made on January 1, 2024, and you can check this by referring to the “Last Updated” date noted at the top of this policy.

Contact Information
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. We are committed to resolving any concerns or queries you may have regarding the use of cookies on our website.