Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 15, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you interact with our site.
These files contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow us to recognize your device and store some information about your visit. Cookies enable us to personalize your experience, improve our services, and analyze site usage to enhance user satisfaction.
The cookies we use are broadly categorized into four main types:
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Session management for shopping cart functionality
- User authentication and security verification
- Load balancing and website performance optimization
- Form submissions and request processing
- Database query caching and response optimization
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Google Analytics tracking for site usage statistics
- Page view tracking and user journey analysis
- Website performance monitoring and optimization
- Error tracking and debugging information collection
- A/B testing for website improvements
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
- Language and region preference storage
- Theme and display customization settings
- Recently viewed products or content
- User interface customization options
- Bookmark and favorites functionality
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to provide you with relevant advertisements and content.
- Targeted advertising based on interests and behavior
- Social media integration and sharing functionality
- Retargeting campaigns for remarketing purposes
- Campaign performance measurement and optimization
- Third-party advertising partner tracking
Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party partners who may set cookies on your device. These partners help us provide additional services and features:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to track visitor usage, helping us improve our site experience.
- _ga: Used to distinguish users (2 years)
- _gid: Used to distinguish users (24 hours)
- _gat: Used to throttle request rate (1 minute)
Social Media Platforms
Our website includes social media sharing buttons and links to platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, which may set cookies when you interact with them.
Payment Processors
When you make purchases on our site, secure payment processors may set cookies to process transactions and maintain security.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on your device and browser:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies or clear all cookies
- Block cookies from being set on your device
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Receive notifications when cookies are being set
Cookie Consent Manager
When you first visit our website, we'll ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies for full functionality
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Change your preferences at any time
Opt-Out Options
For advertising and analytics cookies, you can opt out using:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Your Online Choices
- Individual advertiser opt-out pages
Cookie Duration and Retention
The duration of cookies varies depending on their purpose and type:
| Cookie Type | Typical Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closes | Temporary functionality |
| Persistent Cookies | 1 month to 2 years | Long-term preferences |
| Analytics Cookies | Up to 2 years | Website usage tracking |
| Marketing Cookies | Up to 13 months | Advertising and targeting |
You can always delete cookies from your device or browser, and we regularly review and update our cookie practices to ensure compliance with current regulations and best practices.
Your Rights and Data Protection
As a user, you have certain rights regarding your personal data and how we use it:
Right to Information
You have the right to know what data we collect about you and how we use it through cookies and other tracking technologies.
Right to Control
You can control what cookies are set on your device and can withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
Right to Access
You can request information about what data we have collected about you through cookies and other means.
Right to Deletion
You can request that we delete personal data collected through cookies, subject to certain legal and operational limitations.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Significant changes will be communicated through prominent notices on our website
- We may request renewed consent for changes that affect your data processing
- Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your privacy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or how we handle your personal data, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Get in Touch
Address
Veterans Ave., Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines
Phone
+63 62 955 1122Business Hours
We are committed to protecting your privacy and will respond to your inquiries promptly and thoroughly.