Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 15, 2023
This Cookie Policy explains how Vitilo Dulola Consulting uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. 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 (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics).
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first party and third party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order 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 the experience on our website. Third parties serve cookies through our website for advertising, analytics, and other purposes.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
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 which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides more information about the cookies we use and why:
First-Party Cookies
- session_id: Essential cookie that maintains your session state across page requests
- user_preferences: Remembers your preferences for website functionality
- cookie_consent: Remembers your cookie consent preferences
Third-Party Cookies
- _ga: Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish unique users
- _gid: Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users
- _gat: Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rate
- fbp: Facebook Pixel cookie used to track conversions from Facebook ads
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 clicking on the appropriate opt-out links provided in the cookie banner or by configuring your browser settings.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as it will no longer be personalized to you. Additionally, some features may not work properly.
You can typically find the controls for cookies in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Below are links to instructions for common browsers:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Internet Explorer
- Microsoft Edge
- Opera
Third-Party Opt-Outs
Several organizations offer opt-out tools for targeted advertising and analytics:
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC)
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)
6. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies to track your activities on our website:
Web Beacons
Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that may be used to track user engagement and collect analytics.
Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows data to be stored in your browser beyond the duration of your session. We use local storage to enhance user experience and remember preferences.
Session Storage
Similar to local storage but limited to the duration of your browsing session. We use session storage for temporary data needed during your visit.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals sent by browsers. However, we provide you with alternative options for controlling tracking as described in this policy.
8. 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 new policy on our website with a new effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
Vitilo Dulola Consulting
100 King Street West
Toronto, ON M5X 1A9, Canada
Email: privacy@vitilo-dulola.sbs
Phone: +1 4163895029