Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how StAlbertGaragedoors.ca uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We are committed to transparency regarding our data collection practices and your privacy rights. This policy is effective as of April 30, 2026.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide information to website owners, and to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies cannot harm your device and do not contain viruses or malware.

When you visit StAlbertGaragedoors.ca, we may store one or more cookies on your device. These cookies help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and understand how you use our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential/Necessary Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain features of our website may not work correctly.

Essential cookies include:

• Session cookies that maintain your login status
• Security cookies that protect against fraud and malicious activity
• Cookies that remember your consent preferences
• Cookies that enable proper website navigation and functionality

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled without affecting website performance.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about the pages you visit, the time spent on each page, links clicked, and other browsing behavior. This information helps us improve our website's performance, content, and user experience.

We use Google Analytics to track website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data about your visit, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Traffic sources and referral information
• Device type and operating system
• Geographic location (city and country level)
• Browser type and language preferences

Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. They may store information such as:

• Language preferences
• Font size and display preferences
• Previously viewed products or services
• Shopping cart contents
• Contact form information for your convenience

Functionality cookies enhance your experience but are not essential for basic website operation. You can disable these cookies, though doing so may limit certain features.

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

We may use advertising and marketing cookies to deliver relevant content and promotional messages. These cookies help us understand your interests and may be used to display targeted advertisements on our website and other websites you visit.

Advertising cookies may include:

• Cookies that track which pages you visit
• Cookies that measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Cookies that help us understand your interests and preferences
• Cookies used by third-party advertising partners

How We Use Cookies

StAlbertGaragedoors.ca uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Website Functionality: To ensure our website operates correctly and securely
• User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience
• Performance Analysis: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
• Marketing and Advertising: To deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and other security threats
• Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. Third-party service providers may place their own cookies on your device when you visit our website or click on their links. These third parties include:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
• Social Media Platforms: For social media integration and sharing functionality
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing (if applicable)
• Advertising Networks: For targeted advertising and campaign measurement

We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party websites and services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and cookie policies of any third-party services before providing your personal information.

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be classified as either session cookies or persistent cookies:

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your web browser. They are used to maintain your session during your visit to our website and do not remain on your device after you leave.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them. These cookies may last from several days to several years, depending on their purpose. Persistent cookies are used to remember your preferences, login information, and browsing history across multiple visits.

The following table outlines the main cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name	Type	Duration	Purpose
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session	Maintains user session and login status
_ga	Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors
_gid	Analytics	24 hours	Google Analytics - tracks sessions
_gat	Analytics	1 minute	Google Analytics - throttles request rate
user_preferences	Functionality	1 year	Stores user preferences and settings
cookie_consent	Essential	1 year	Records your cookie consent preferences

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over the cookies stored on your device. When you first visit StAlbertGaragedoors.ca, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Cookie Consent Banner

Our cookie consent banner provides options to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings on our website or by clearing your browser cookies.

Browser Cookie Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie settings in your browser's preferences or privacy settings. Common browsers include:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site permissions

How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser

If you wish to restrict or block cookies, you can do so through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your browsing experience.

Disabling Cookies in Google Chrome

1. Click the menu icon (three vertical dots) in the top right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Click "Privacy and Security" in the left sidebar
4. Select "Cookies and other site data"
5. Choose your preferred cookie settings

Disabling Cookies in Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Click "Privacy & Security" in the left sidebar
4. Under "Cookies and Site Data," select your preferred option

Disabling Cookies in Apple Safari

1. Click "Safari" in the top menu bar
2. Select "Preferences"
3. Click the "Privacy" tab
4. Under "Cookies and website data," select your preferred option

Disabling Cookies in Microsoft Edge

1. Click the menu icon (three horizontal dots) in the top right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Click "Privacy, search, and services" in the left sidebar
4. Under "Cookies and other site data," select your preferred option

Opt-Out of Third-Party Cookies

You can opt out of third-party cookies through various opt-out mechanisms:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit https://optout.networkadvertising.org/ to opt out of targeted advertising
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit https://optout.aboutads.info/ for additional opt-out options

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to access, modify, or delete the personal information we collect through cookies. If you have questions about your data or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

While we are located in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada, we respect privacy regulations applicable to our users, including those in other jurisdictions.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

StAlbertGaragedoors.ca may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy.

Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or your privacy rights, please contact us:

StAlbertGaragedoors.ca
St. Albert, Alberta, Canada
Website: https://stalbertgaragedoors.ca

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and provide you with the information necessary to understand our cookie practices and exercise your privacy rights.

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:

• All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
• Internet Advertising Bureau (IAB): https://www.iab.com/
• Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada: https://www.priv.gc.ca/
• Google Privacy & Terms: https://policies.google.com/