Cookies Policy
Last Updated: September 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and your choices regarding cookies.
How We Use Cookies
Mist-swan uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how visitors use our website, and improve our services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period).
Types of Cookies We Use
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.
Examples:
- Cookie consent preferences
- Session management
- Security and authentication
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve website functionality and user experience.
Information collected may include:
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Browser type and version
- Device information and screen resolution
- Referring websites
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Region selection
- User interface customization
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our website to provide specific functions. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies.
Third-party cookies we may use include:
- Analytics Services: To understand website usage and improve performance
- Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing features
- Advertising Networks: To deliver relevant advertisements
Cookie Duration
Cookies on our website have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you manually delete them. Expiration periods vary from days to years depending on the cookie's purpose
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved and you can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
For guidance on managing cookies in your specific browser, please consult these resources:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
Impact of Disabling Cookies
You can choose to disable cookies, but please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website. Specifically:
- Some features may not function properly or at all
- You may need to manually adjust preferences each visit
- Certain pages may not display correctly
- You may see less relevant content
Essential cookies cannot be disabled if you wish to use our website, as they are necessary for basic functionality.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals, but you can use the cookie management options described above to control tracking.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Postal Address:
Mist-swan
127 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia
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