Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 15, 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Peribsmock ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website peribsmock.com ("Website"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

2.1 Types of Cookies by Function

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Performance Cookies: Collect information about how visitors use our website
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Targeting/Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

2.3 Types of Cookies by Origin

  • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Security cookies: Protect against fraud and ensure secure connections
  • Authentication cookies: Remember your login status
  • Session management: Maintain your session as you navigate our site
  • Cookie consent: Remember your cookie preferences
  • Load balancing: Distribute website traffic efficiently

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously:

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis
  • Page views: Track which pages are most popular
  • User flow: Understand how users navigate our site
  • Error tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
  • Performance metrics: Monitor site speed and functionality

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Language preferences: Remember your preferred language
  • Theme settings: Maintain your display preferences
  • Form data: Remember information you've entered
  • Chat preferences: Maintain chat session continuity
  • Accessibility settings: Remember accessibility preferences

3.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you:

  • Facebook Pixel: Track conversions and optimize ads
  • Google Ads: Deliver relevant advertisements
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag: Professional network advertising
  • Retargeting cookies: Show relevant ads on other websites
  • Conversion tracking: Measure advertising effectiveness

4. Specific Cookies We Use

4.1 Our Own Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
peribsmock_session Session management Session Essential
cookie_consent Remember cookie preferences 1 year Essential
user_preferences Store user settings 6 months Functionality
csrf_token Security protection Session Essential

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

Provider Cookie Name(s) Purpose Duration
Google Analytics _ga, _gid, _gat Website analytics 2 years / 24 hours / 1 minute
Google Ads _gcl_au, IDE Advertising and conversion tracking 3 months / 2 years
Facebook _fbp, fr Social media and advertising 3 months / 3 months
LinkedIn li_sugr, lidc Professional networking and ads 3 months / 24 hours

5. Your Cookie Choices

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to:

  • Accept All: Consent to all cookies
  • Necessary Only: Accept only essential cookies
  • Custom Settings: Choose specific cookie categories

5.2 Managing Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
  • Using your browser's cookie management settings
  • Contacting us directly

5.3 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set cookies to be deleted when you close your browser
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

5.4 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6. Third-Party Cookie Opt-Out

6.1 Advertising Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of targeted advertising cookies through:

6.2 Analytics Opt-Out

  • Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Do Not Track: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

7.1 Essential Cookies

If you disable essential cookies, you may experience:

  • Inability to log in or stay logged in
  • Loss of form data when navigating pages
  • Security vulnerabilities
  • Reduced website functionality

7.2 Non-Essential Cookies

If you disable non-essential cookies, you may experience:

  • Less relevant advertisements
  • Need to re-enter preferences on each visit
  • Limited website personalization
  • Inability for us to improve website performance

8. Mobile Devices and Apps

8.1 Mobile Browser Cookies

Mobile browsers handle cookies similarly to desktop browsers. You can manage cookies through your mobile browser settings.

8.2 Mobile App Tracking

If we develop mobile applications, they may use similar tracking technologies. We will provide separate privacy information for any apps we create.

9. Other Tracking Technologies

9.1 Web Beacons

Small transparent images used to track user behavior and email interactions.

9.2 Local Storage

Browser-based storage that persists longer than cookies and stores larger amounts of data.

9.3 Session Storage

Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser tab.

9.4 Fingerprinting

We do not use device fingerprinting techniques to track users.

10. International Considerations

10.1 Canadian Privacy Laws

We comply with Canadian privacy legislation, including PIPEDA, regarding cookie usage and consent.

10.2 GDPR Compliance

For European Union visitors, we provide GDPR-compliant cookie consent mechanisms.

10.3 CCPA Compliance

California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information, including data collected through cookies.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending email notifications to registered users
  • Displaying a notice on our website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy

12. Contact Us

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

Peribsmock
1235 Bay Street, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5R 3K4
Canada

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 555-1234

13. Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below: