Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
YardGuard Reviews Canada Inc. uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preference | Persistent |
| sessionID | Maintains your session during visit | Session |
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| userPreferences | Remembers your display preferences | 1 year |
| language | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
3.4 Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to:
- Google Analytics: Track and analyze website usage
- Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing features
- Advertising Partners: Deliver relevant advertisements
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie policies.
5. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
6.3 Mobile Devices
For mobile devices, refer to your device documentation or help files for instructions on managing cookies.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or refuse cookies, please note that:
- Some parts of our website may not function properly
- You may need to manually adjust preferences each visit
- Certain features may be unavailable
- Your user experience may be diminished
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. We will update this policy if we implement DNT support in the future.
9. Consent
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie notice allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Contacting us to update your preferences
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. More Information
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
To learn more about cookies in general, visit:
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
YardGuard Reviews Canada Inc.
Email: privacy@yardguardreviews.ca
Phone: 1-800-YARD-GUARD
Address: 123 Garden Lane, Toronto, ON M5V 3A8, Canada