Cookie 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, provide a better user experience, and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies may be "persistent" (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They may be set by us ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services we use ("third-party cookies").

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and accessibility. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage tracking. Google's Privacy Policy
• Google Fonts: For displaying web fonts. Google's Privacy Policy

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:

4.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser
• Set preferences for specific websites

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and may prevent certain features from functioning properly.

4.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies for our site and revisiting, or by using the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.

4.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date.

6. Related Policies

For more information about how we handle your data, please review:

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Service

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@mediasurf.ca
• Address: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada