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Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies on our website

Last Updated: November 15, 2023

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enhance user experience by allowing websites to remember your preferences and understand how you use their site.

We use cookies on explorecanada.com to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and to facilitate social media engagement. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1. Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the website functions.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session Session
csrf_token Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year

2.2. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website structure, content, and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Used to distinguish users for analytics purposes 2 years
_gid Used to distinguish users for analytics purposes 24 hours
_gat Used to throttle request rate 1 minute

2.3. Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and thereby more valuable for publishers and third-party advertisers.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements 3 months
_pin_unauth Used by Pinterest for advertising 1 year

2.4. Social Media Cookies

These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests. This may impact the content and messages you see on other websites you visit.

3. How to Manage Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

3.1. Through Our Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

3.2. Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "options" or "preferences" menu of your browser. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

Please note that restricting cookies may impact your experience on our website and may limit your ability to use certain features.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites.

We do not have control over these third-party cookies. For more information about these cookies and how to disable them, please see the individual privacy policies of the third-party providers.

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically for any changes.

If we make significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we may notify you through a notice on our website or via email.

6. Contact Us

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

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Phone: +1 (604) 789-1234

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