Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 25, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Ignismap ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website ignismap.sbs. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. 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 provide information to the website owners.
Cookies help us understand how you use our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience. They can be stored for varying lengths of time depending on their purpose.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.
Examples:
Session cookies that maintain your login state, security cookies that authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of credentials, and load balancing cookies that distribute website traffic efficiently.
2.2 Analytical and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users receive error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.
Purpose: To improve website performance, understand user behavior, identify technical issues, and enhance user experience based on usage patterns.
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Examples: Remembering your language selection, storing your customized settings, maintaining your preferences across sessions, and providing personalized content recommendations.
2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Note: These cookies may be set by our advertising partners and may be used to build a profile of your interests across different websites.
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners to help us analyze website usage, provide social media features, and deliver targeted advertising.
Third-party services that may set cookies on our website include:
Analytics Providers: To track and analyze website traffic and user behavior
Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing features and track engagement
Advertising Networks: To display relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance
Content Delivery Networks: To optimize content delivery and website performance
Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies. For more information about how these third parties use cookies, please refer to their respective privacy policies.
4. Cookie Duration
4.1 Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that remain on your device only while you are actively browsing our website. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser.
4.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created the particular cookie.
The duration of persistent cookies varies depending on their purpose, ranging from a few days to several years. Each cookie has an expiration date that determines how long it will remain on your device.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through the browser settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
Google Chrome: Settings, Privacy and Security, Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options, Privacy and Security, Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences, Privacy, Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings, Cookies and site permissions, Cookies and site data
5.2 Cookie Consent Tools
When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can modify your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings available on our website.
5.3 Opt-Out Options
For certain types of cookies, particularly advertising cookies, you may be able to opt out through industry opt-out platforms or directly through the third-party service providers.
6. Specific Cookie Information
Below is a detailed overview of the main categories of cookies we use:
| Cookie Category | Purpose | Duration | Can Be Disabled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website functionality and security | Session or up to 1 year | No |
| Analytics | Website performance tracking | Up to 2 years | Yes |
| Functionality | Personalization and preferences | Up to 1 year | Yes |
| Advertising | Targeted advertising delivery | Up to 13 months | Yes |
7. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies including:
7.1 Web Beacons
Also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs, these are small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and user engagement.
7.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally within your browser. Unlike cookies, local storage data does not expire automatically and must be deleted manually.
7.3 Device Fingerprinting
This technology collects information about your device configuration (such as browser type, operating system, and screen resolution) to create a unique identifier for analytics and security purposes.
8. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may collect personal data or information that becomes personal data when combined with other information. We treat all data collected through cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Cookie data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.
9. International Data Transfers
Information collected through cookies may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
When we transfer cookie data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Cookie Policy and applicable laws.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or any other means. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information through cookies, please contact us so we can delete such information.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other operational considerations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
For significant changes that materially affect your rights, we may provide additional notice through prominent website banners or email notifications.
12. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
At this time, our website does not respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can still manage cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent tools as described in this policy.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Ignismap
216 Celtic Ridge Crescent
Kanata, ON K2W 0C1
Canada
Email: help@ignismap.sbs
Phone: +1 204 942 8070
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe and make every effort to address your concerns regarding cookies and tracking technologies.
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.