Cookies Policy
Last Updated: November 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed 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 website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions, enabling a more personalized and efficient browsing experience.
How We Use Cookies
Suntetrans uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website, understand how you interact with our content, and improve our services. We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
- Security cookies
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve the website's performance and user experience.
Examples:
- Page visit tracking
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation patterns
- Error reporting
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Display settings
- Form data retention
Types of Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set directly by Suntetrans. We have full control over these cookies and use them primarily for essential website functionality and basic analytics.
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help us maintain your session as you navigate through our website.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences for future visits.
Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Prompt you before accepting cookies
Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website and limit your ability to use some features.
Browser-Specific Cookie Management
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 → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and respected for future visits. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
Cookies We Set
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference choice | 1 year | Essential |
| session_id | Maintains your session | Session | Essential |
Third-Party Cookies
We do not currently use third-party cookies on our website. Should this change in the future, we will update this policy accordingly and provide you with appropriate notice and control options.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Our website respects Do Not Track signals and will not track your browsing activity when this signal is activated.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:
- Reduced website functionality
- Inability to save preferences
- Limited access to personalized features
- Repeated cookie consent prompts
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1247 Bay Street, Suite 302, Toronto, ON M5R 2B4, Canada
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com