Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 3, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions, making your browsing experience more convenient and personalized.
2. How We Use Cookies
Aqua East Surf Shop, Inc ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies on the aquaeastsurf.org website (the "Site") to improve your browsing experience and to understand how visitors use our Site.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Site. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the Site. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our Site works.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies (if implemented)
- Page view tracking cookies
- Navigation pattern cookies
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- User interface customization cookies
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Site and deliver content.
4.1 FormSubmit
We use FormSubmit to handle form submissions on our Site. FormSubmit may set cookies to prevent spam and ensure proper form functionality.
4.2 Analytics Services
If we implement analytics services (such as Google Analytics), these services may use cookies to collect information about your use of the Site. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the Site.
5. Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies
5.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain in your browser only while you are visiting our Site. They are deleted when you close your browser.
5.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences.
6. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to:
- Refuse all cookies
- Accept only certain cookies
- Delete cookies after browsing sessions
- Notify you when a cookie is set
To manage cookies, please refer to your browser's help documentation:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
6.2 Mobile Devices
For mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your device settings or browser app settings.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or reject cookies, please note that some parts of our Site may become inaccessible or not function properly. Disabling cookies may affect:
- Form submission functionality
- User preferences and customization
- Navigation features
- Our ability to improve the Site based on user behavior
8. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry consensus on how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we are committed to privacy and will update this policy if industry standards evolve.
9. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may collect personal data or become personal data when combined with other information. We treat all cookie data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
11. Consent to Cookies
By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of the Site.
12. More Information About Cookies
To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Business Name
Aqua East Surf Shop, Inc
Address
696 ATLANTIC BLVD
Jacksonville, FL 32266
United States
Phone
Related Policies: Please also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information about how we collect, use, and protect your information.