Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website https://sovereignsuitor.com, and your choices regarding cookies. We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site performance, and provide personalized content. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. This policy accompanies our Privacy Policy, which provides more details on how we handle your personal data.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
1. Strictly Necessary/Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function without these cookies.
Examples: Remembering items in a shopping cart or maintaining your session during login.
These do not require consent under many privacy laws.
2. Performance/Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about usage (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site). This helps us improve the site's performance.
Examples: Google Analytics or similar tools.
3. Functional Cookies
These allow the website to remember choices you make (e.g., your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced features.
Examples: Remembering your preferences for a personalized experience.
4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and measure campaign effectiveness.
These are often placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties (e.g., analytics providers like Google or social media platforms). These third parties may use cookies to track your activity across different websites. We do not control these cookies. For more information, please visit the third party's privacy or cookie policy (e.g., [Google's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)).
How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Go to your browser's settings (e.g., in Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data). Note that blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.
- Opt-Out Tools: For advertising cookies, you can opt out via tools like (https://youradchoices.com/) or (https://optout.networkadvertising.org/).
- Our Cookie Banner: When you first visit our site, we may display a cookie consent banner where you can accept, reject, or customize your preferences.
You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by revisiting your cookie preferences.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected].