Cookie Policy
Welcome to Etape Australia's website. This Cookie Policy is designed to inform our users about the nature, purpose, and use of cookies on our site. We aim to offer a transparent and clear explanation about how we utilize cookies to enhance user experience while respecting your privacy.
This policy outlines the types of cookies we use, the reasons for their use, and how you can manage your cookie settings. Should you have any queries about this policy, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help us recognize your device and remember information about your visit to enhance your experience when using our website.
Cookies may be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers whose services we use on our site (third-party cookies). These files play vital roles in ensuring our website functions efficiently and seamlessly.
- Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
- Third-party cookies: These are set by domains not directly visited by the user to provide third-party functionalities.
For more detailed information about cookies and their use, please visit reputable online resources dedicated to digital privacy and data protection.
How We Use Cookies
At Etape Australia, we use cookies for a variety of reasons to optimize users' experience on our website. Here’s a breakdown of how we employ cookies:
Cookies enable us to distinguish you from other users and to activate certain functionalities for better user interaction. This includes personalizing content, remembering preferences, and providing social media features. We also use cookies to compile statistical information about the usage of our website, assisting us in improving our digital services.
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the operation of our website, while analytical/performance cookies allow us to recognize and count visitor numbers and understand how visitors navigate our website.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies used on our website based on their purpose:
- Essential Cookies: These are essential for ensuring the basic functionalities and security features of the website are operational.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site and help us improve website functionality.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies allow our site to remember choices you make, such as your language or region preferences, to provide enhanced experiences.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising tailored to your interests.
We ensure that the collected data is used responsibly and never for purposes other than those outlined above. Your online privacy remains one of our top priorities.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most internet browsers allow you to manage your cookie settings. You can choose to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or set notifications for when cookies are placed. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and potentially restrict access to certain features.
Each browser provides distinct ways in which cookies can be managed. For more detailed instructions on managing your cookie preferences, please consult your web browser’s help section. Furthermore, many third-party services offer tools that allow users to opt-out of data collection for advertising purposes.
By registering your preferences, you maintain control over your data usage without significantly compromising your browsing experience.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, site functionalities, and legal obligations. Whenever such updates occur, we will notify you by posting the revised policy on our website with an updated effective date.
We encourage users to regularly check this page for any changes to our Cookie Policy to stay informed about how we are using cookies. Your continued use of the site after any policy updates will constitute your acknowledgment and understanding of the latest policy terms.