Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2024

1. Introduction to Cookies

Optima Urbana Media uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide our services effectively. This policy explains how we use these technologies and your choices regarding them.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies for different purposes:

• Essential cookies required for basic functionality
• Performance cookies for analytics and improvement
• Functionality cookies for personalized features
• Advertising cookies for relevant content
• Session cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies that remain for set periods

4. Specific Cookies and Their Purposes

Here are the main cookies we use and their specific functions:

• Session authentication cookies for secure login
• Preference cookies for language and display settings
• Analytics cookies for understanding user behavior
• Security cookies for fraud prevention
• Load balancing cookies for performance optimization
• Social sharing cookies for community features

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third parties to set cookies for these services:

• Analytics providers for service improvement
• Advertising partners for relevant content
• Social media platforms for sharing features
• Payment processors for subscription services
• Content delivery networks for performance
• Customer support platforms for assistance

6. Cookie Duration and Expiry

Different cookies have different lifespan periods:

• Session cookies: Expire when browser closes
• Short-term cookies: 24 hours to 1 week
• Medium-term cookies: 1 week to 1 month
• Long-term cookies: 1 month to 1 year
• Preference cookies: 1 year maximum
• Analytics cookies: 2 years maximum

7. Your Cookie Choices and Controls

You have several options for managing cookies:

• Browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Our cookie preference center for granular control
• Opt-out mechanisms for specific tracking
• Private browsing modes for temporary sessions
• Browser extensions for enhanced control
• Mobile device settings for app tracking

8. Browser-Specific Instructions

Managing cookies in different browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services
• Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security
• Mobile browsers: App settings > Privacy options

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience:

• Limited access to certain features
• Loss of personalized content
• Required re-authentication for each visit
• Reduced functionality of community features
• Limited analytics for service improvement
• Generic instead of localized content

10. Legal Compliance

We comply with cookie-related regulations:

• Canadian privacy laws and guidelines
• Transparency about tracking technologies
• Meaningful consent mechanisms
• Clear opt-out procedures
• Regular policy reviews and updates
• Documentation of consent records

11. Changes to Cookie Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically:

• Notification of material changes
• Updated consent for significant changes
• Clear version history and dates
• Communication through multiple channels
• 30-day advance notice for major changes
• Archive of previous policies available

12. Contact Information

For questions about our cookie usage, contact us:

• Email: privacy@optimaurbana.media
• Phone: +1 4372416043
• Mail: 123 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5X 1E9
• Data Protection Officer available
• Multilingual support for privacy inquiries
• Response within 5 business days