Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and tracking technologies
Last updated: December 15, 2023
1. 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 contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to remember you and provide a better user experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how TastiHusba Coffee Machine Service ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website tastihusba.com ("Website").
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as:
- Website security and authentication
- Session management and user preferences
- Cookie consent banner functionality
- Form submission and data validation
- Navigation and page loading
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for website functionality
Retention Period: Session-based or up to 1 year
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this data to:
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Identify popular content and navigation patterns
- Detect and resolve technical issues
- Measure the effectiveness of our content
Legal Basis: Your consent
Retention Period: Up to 26 months
Third-Party Providers: Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity
2.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaign performance. They help us:
- Display personalized advertisements on other websites
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
- Understand user interests and preferences
- Provide targeted content and offers
Legal Basis: Your consent
Retention Period: Up to 2 years
Third-Party Providers: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag
2.4 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience:
- Language and region preferences
- Display settings and layout choices
- Newsletter subscription status
- Contact form auto-fill information
- Service booking preferences
Legal Basis: Your consent or legitimate interest
Retention Period: Up to 1 year
3. Detailed Cookie Information
3.1 First-Party Cookies
3.2 Third-Party Cookies
4. How We Use Cookies
4.1 Website Functionality
- Maintaining your session and login status
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Enabling form submissions and data validation
- Providing security features and fraud prevention
- Optimizing page loading and performance
4.2 Analytics and Insights
- Understanding visitor behavior and popular content
- Identifying technical issues and improvement opportunities
- Measuring website performance and speed
- Analyzing conversion rates and user journeys
- Generating reports for business decisions
4.3 Marketing and Advertising
- Delivering relevant advertisements on external websites
- Measuring advertising campaign effectiveness
- Creating custom audiences for targeted marketing
- Tracking conversions from advertising sources
- Optimizing ad spend and return on investment
5. Cookie Consent and Management
5.1 Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
- Accept All: Consents to all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Necessary Only: Only essential cookies for website functionality
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories to accept or decline
5.2 Cookie Preferences
You can customize your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
- Clearing your browser cookies to reset preferences
- Contacting us to update your consent status
- Using browser privacy settings to block specific cookies
5.3 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time. Note that:
- Necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for website functionality
- Disabling analytics cookies won't affect your browsing experience
- Blocking marketing cookies may result in less relevant advertisements
- Some features may not work properly without preference cookies
6. Browser Cookie Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to control cookies in popular browsers:
6.1 Google Chrome
- Go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- Manage exceptions for specific websites
- Clear cookies and site data as needed
6.2 Mozilla Firefox
- Go to Options → Privacy & Security
- Adjust tracking protection settings
- Manage cookies and site data
- Set exceptions for trusted sites
6.3 Safari
- Go to Preferences → Privacy
- Choose cookie and website data settings
- Manage website data and storage
- Enable or disable cross-site tracking
6.4 Microsoft Edge
- Go to Settings → Privacy, search, and services
- Configure tracking prevention levels
- Manage cookies and site permissions
- Clear browsing data as needed
7. Third-Party Cookie Policies
We use third-party services that may place their own cookies on your device. Please review their cookie policies for more information:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: Google Ads Policy
- Facebook: Facebook Privacy Policy
- LinkedIn: LinkedIn Privacy Policy
8. Mobile Apps and Device Settings
While this policy primarily covers website cookies, similar tracking technologies may be used in mobile applications:
8.1 Mobile Advertising IDs
- iOS: Limit Ad Tracking in Settings → Privacy → Advertising
- Android: Reset Advertising ID in Settings → Google → Ads
8.2 App Permissions
- Review and manage app permissions in device settings
- Control location tracking and data access
- Disable analytics and crash reporting if desired
9. Data Transfers and International Users
Some of our cookie data may be processed by third-party services located outside Canada:
- Google services may process data in the United States and other countries
- Social media platforms operate globally with various data centers
- We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers
- Data processing complies with applicable privacy laws and regulations
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we will:
- Provide advance notice through email or website notifications
- Request renewed consent where required by law
- Update our cookie consent banner accordingly
- Maintain previous versions for reference
11. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
TastiHusba Coffee Machine Service
Address: 1250 Bay Street, Suite 200, Toronto, ON M5R 2A4
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0123
Email: [email protected]
Cookie Settings: Use the cookie preferences tool on our website
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days and provide assistance with cookie management.