Cookie Policy for drmarypritchard.com
This Cookie Policy explains how drmarypritchard.com uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what those technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Cookies and Tracking Technologies Are Used
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. We use the following types of cookies on drmarypritchard.com:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a predetermined period or until you delete them.
- First-party Cookies: Cookies set by our website.
- Third-party Cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than our own.
2. Purpose of Each Cookie
Cookies serve various purposes on our website:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary 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 or filling out forms.
- Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. This allows us to improve our website performance.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They help to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
3. How Users Can Control or Opt-Out of Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by following these methods:
- Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies. Each browser has its own instructions for managing cookies.
- Use cookie consent tools on our website to disable non-essential cookies.
- Visit www.aboutcookies.org for further information about cookies and how to manage them.
4. Third-Party Cookies and Their Use
We may also allow third-party cookies from service providers or advertisers on our site. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties and not by our Cookie Policy. We engage the following third-party providers:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis.
- Facebook Pixel: For advertising and retargeting purposes.
- Social Media Plugins: To enable sharing and engagement on social networks.
5. Data Retention and Security
The cookies we use may retain your data for varying durations depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Last for the duration of your visit and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Generally last for a specific time (ranging from a few days to several years).
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including the data collected via cookies. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
6. Updates to the Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page.
7. Contact Information for Cookie-Related Inquiries
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
- Address: 123 Main St, Anytown, ST 12345
Thank you for visiting drmarypritchard.com!