Last Updated: March 1, 2024
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 are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your web browser
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To remember your cookie preferences
- To understand how you use our website
- To improve our website and user experience
- To provide personalized content (with your consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| aqua_east_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
We currently do not use functional cookies on this website.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
Analytics cookies are only set if you consent to them.
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user.
We currently do not use marketing cookies on this website.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies. The third-party services we use include:
4.1 Google Maps
We embed Google Maps on our Contact page to show our location. Google may set cookies when you interact with the map. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
4.2 FormSubmit.co
We use FormSubmit.co to process contact form submissions. They may set cookies as part of their service. For more information, see FormSubmit's Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Accept all cookie categories
- Reject All: Reject all optional cookies (essential cookies remain active)
- Customize Settings: Choose which cookie categories to allow
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and refreshing the page, which will show the consent banner again.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your experience on our website and other websites you visit.
5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
If you have accepted analytics cookies and wish to opt out, you can:
- Clear your browser cookies and reject analytics cookies when prompted
- Use browser extensions that block analytics scripts
- Use tools like Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (if applicable)
6. Cookies and Your Privacy
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Cookies themselves do not typically contain personal information. However, they may be linked to information that can identify you, such as your IP address or data you've provided through forms.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date above.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Company: Aqua East Surf Shop, Inc.
- Address: 696 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32266
- Phone: +1 (229) 508-7044
- Email: help@aquaeastsurf.org
- Website: aquaeastsurf.org