Cookie Policy
Controller: Zlozarinnyshunis · 2920 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1B6, Canada · Email: info@zlozarinnyshunis.world
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by us) or "third-party cookies" (set by a third-party service we use).
Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage may also be used for similar purposes. This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our website zlozarinnyshunis.world for the following purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly and securely;
- To remember your cookie consent preferences;
- To analyse how visitors use our website so we can improve it;
- To measure the effectiveness of our marketing activities (only with your consent).
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and do not require your consent under applicable law.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences to avoid showing the banner on every page visit | 1 year | First-party, persistent |
| PHPSESSID (if applicable) | Maintains your session state across pages | Session | First-party, session |
| csrf_token (if applicable) | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | First-party, session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance. These cookies are only set with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting | 2 years | Third-party, persistent |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Third-party, persistent |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics (24-hour window) | 24 hours | Third-party, persistent |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | 1 minute | Third-party, persistent |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies are only set with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver advertising products | 3 months | Third-party, persistent |
| fr | Meta (Facebook) | Used for targeted advertising on Facebook | 3 months | Third-party, persistent |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency | 3 months | Third-party, persistent |
4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under GDPR and applicable Canadian privacy law:
- Strictly necessary cookies: No consent required. These are processed on the basis of our legitimate interest in providing a functional and secure website.
- Analytics cookies: Processed on the basis of your consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a); PIPEDA consent principle). You may withdraw consent at any time.
- Marketing cookies: Processed on the basis of your explicit consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a); CASL). You may withdraw consent at any time.
5. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Accept all categories of cookies including analytics and marketing.
- Reject: Decline all non-essential cookies. Only strictly necessary cookies will be set.
- Cookie Settings: Customise your preferences by category using the toggle switches in the settings panel.
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and revisiting our website, or by contacting us directly.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Settings", or "Preferences" menu of your browser. You can set your browser to:
- Notify you when cookies are being set;
- Block all cookies;
- Delete cookies when you close your browser;
- Allow cookies only from specific websites.
Please note that if you block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function correctly.
For guidance on managing cookies in specific browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
5.3 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Meta (Facebook): You can manage your ad preferences through your Facebook Ad Preferences page.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (Canada): Visit youradchoices.ca to opt out of interest-based advertising.
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit optout.networkadvertising.org for additional opt-out options.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to such signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described above to control tracking on our website.
7. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may process personal data (such as your IP address). Where cookies process personal data, this is governed by our Privacy Policy. We process cookie-related personal data in accordance with applicable data protection law, including PIPEDA and GDPR.
8. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites have their own cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for the cookies or privacy practices of third-party websites.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Zlozarinnyshunis
- 2920 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1B6, Canada
- Email: info@zlozarinnyshunis.world
- Phone: +1 (416) 239-3566