Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy describes how CoastToCoastWin uses cookies and related technologies on the website to support secure access and improve the overall experience for adults in Canada.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable functions such as remembering preferences, keeping you signed in during a browsing session and understanding how visitors interact with different pages. Technologies such as local storage and session storage serve similar purposes.
2. Types of cookies we use
CoastToCoastWin uses the following categories of cookies and comparable tools:
- Strictly necessary cookies that support essential functions such as secure access and session stability.
- Preference cookies that remember items like cookie consent, language or display settings.
- Performance and analytics tools that help us understand overall usage patterns and refine the layout of our pages.
3. Examples of how we use cookies
Cookies and related tools may be used to:
- Store your acknowledgement of the cookie banner to avoid repeat displays.
- Maintain a stable session when moving between sections of the website.
- Review anonymised traffic trends to determine which pages receive the most visits.
- Support security functions and detect unusual activity that might indicate misuse.
4. Third-party tools
In cases where we use third-party services such as analytics or security tools, these providers may set their own cookies according to their privacy and cookie policies. Providers are selected with care, and we aim to ensure they apply appropriate safeguards consistent with privacy requirements.
5. Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit CoastToCoastWin, you may see a notice explaining that cookies and browser storage tools are used. By continuing to browse or selecting an acceptance option, you consent to the use of these tools as described in this policy.
You may manage cookies through your browser settings, including deleting existing cookies or blocking specific categories. Please note that turning off strictly necessary cookies may affect your ability to use certain features or access secure areas of the website.
6. Local storage and similar technologies
Alongside cookies, we may use browser-based storage mechanisms such as local storage or session storage to keep information on your device. For example, we may save a flag showing that you dismissed the cookie banner so that this preference is respected during future visits from the same browser.
7. Retention periods
Cookies and storage entries are kept for different durations depending on their purpose. Some are removed when your browser closes, while others remain longer to preserve your settings across sessions. Retention periods are kept proportionate and no longer than required.
8. Relationship with the Privacy Policy
Information gathered through cookies and similar technologies may qualify as personal information when it relates to an identifiable person. In such instances, the information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which provides further detail on how personal information is managed.
9. Updates to this Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements or our use of cookies. The “Last updated” date below shows the most recent revision. Continued use of the website after updates take effect signifies acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or about how cookies are used on CoastToCoastWin, you can contact us via the form available at /relay-contact.