Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how BioUniium uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at biouniium91qpigb.media. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons for our website to operate, and we refer to these as "essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance their experience on our website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for basic website functionality, including page navigation, access to secure areas, and shopping cart operations | Session or up to 24 months |
| Performance Cookies | Collect information about how visitors use our website to improve user experience and website performance | Up to 24 months |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember user preferences and choices to provide enhanced, more personal features | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how users interact with our website through anonymous data collection and reporting | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing Cookies | Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness | Up to 12 months |
4. Specific Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
- session_id: Maintains your login session and shopping cart
- user_preferences: Stores your language and display preferences
- consent_status: Remembers your cookie consent choices
- recently_viewed: Tracks products you've viewed for recommendations
Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
- Facebook Pixel: Advertising effectiveness measurement
- Hotjar: User experience and website improvement analysis
5. How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, limiting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: YourAdChoices tool
- Network Advertising Initiative: Opt-out page
Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for how to interpret DNT signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals.
7. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
- Web beacons: Small graphic images that monitor user activity
- Local storage: HTML5 local storage for larger data sets
- Session storage: Temporary storage during your browsing session
- Pixel tags: Tracking pixels for advertising and analytics
8. Data Retention
We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type of cookie:
- Session cookies: Until you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: From 30 days to 2 years
- Analytics cookies: Up to 24 months
- Advertising cookies: Up to 12 months
9. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party providers may process your data outside of Canada. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@biouniium91qpigb.media
Phone: +1 4372395502
Address: 123 Culinary Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, Canada