Cookie Policy
How we use cookies on our website
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Stone Bear uses them on our website, and your choices regarding cookies.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Cookie consent: Remembers your cookie preference choice so you are not asked repeatedly. Stored in localStorage.
- Session data: Maintains form data during your visit to enable form submission.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and any errors encountered. This information helps us improve our website.
- Page views: Records which pages you visit and how long you spend on them.
- Traffic sources: Identifies how you arrived at our website.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
- Form preferences: Remembers form selections to improve your experience on subsequent visits.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be classified by how long they persist:
- Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. Our persistent cookies typically expire after 12 months.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third parties when you visit our website. We do not control these third-party cookies. Third parties that may set cookies include:
- Analytics providers that help us understand website usage
- Content delivery networks that help deliver website resources efficiently
We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information about their practices.
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may help:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opting Out
You can choose to decline cookies when prompted by our cookie banner. If you decline cookies, some features of our website may not function as intended. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to operate.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage technology to store your cookie consent preference. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. Our website responds to Do Not Track signals by limiting non-essential tracking when this feature is enabled.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Stone Bear
2847 Mountain View Road, Suite 12
Squamish, British Columbia V8B 0A3
Canada
Email: [email protected]