Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 15, 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

Race Sanctuary uses cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve our services and user experience
  • Provide personalized content and advertising
  • Ensure website security and functionality

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Security Cookies: Used to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
  • Performance Cookies: Monitor website speed and functionality
  • User Behavior Cookies: Understand how users navigate our site

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests.

  • Advertising Cookies: Track your browsing habits for targeted ads
  • Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing on social platforms
  • Retargeting Cookies: Show relevant ads based on your previous visits

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

5.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept only necessary cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

6. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain content from third-party services that may set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
  • Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram integration
  • YouTube: Embedded video content
  • Payment Processors: Secure payment processing

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:

  • Reduced website functionality
  • Inability to save preferences
  • Need to re-enter information on each visit
  • Less personalized experience

8. Mobile App Cookies

If you use our mobile applications, similar tracking technologies may be used. You can manage these through your device settings.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes.

10. Contact Us

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

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: (604) 742-4188
  • Address: 1247 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M5, Canada

11. Useful Links

For more information about cookies and how to manage them: