What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences, understanding how you use our site, and improving our services.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Why We Use Cookies
Urban Wellness Collective uses cookies for several important purposes:
- Essential Functionality: To enable core website features and ensure secure access
- Performance: To analyze how visitors use our site and identify areas for improvement
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide personalized content
- Security: To protect your data and prevent fraudulent activity
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, secure areas access, and form submissions.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Can be disabled: No - Required for site functionality
2. Performance Cookies
Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, helping us improve site performance and user experience.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies (traffic analysis)
- Page load time tracking
- Error reporting cookies
Can be disabled: Yes
3. Functionality Cookies
Purpose: These cookies allow the website to remember your choices and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Region selection
- User interface customization
- Appointment booking preferences
Can be disabled: Yes
4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and track advertising campaign effectiveness.
Examples:
- Social media integration cookies
- Marketing campaign tracking
- Retargeting cookies
Can be disabled: Yes
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on our website. These services include:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand website traffic and user behavior
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
Enables social sharing and embedded content (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)
Review each platform's privacy policy for details
Appointment Scheduling Tools
Facilitates online booking and calendar management
Third-party provider privacy policies apply
How Long Cookies Stay Active
Cookies may 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 (typically 30 days to 2 years)
How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Here are several ways to manage your cookie preferences:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you can choose which types of cookies to accept through our cookie consent banner. You can modify these preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu (top right)
- Select "Settings" → "Privacy and security"
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button (three lines)
- Select "Settings" → "Privacy & Security"
- Under "Cookies and Site Data," adjust settings
- Choose standard, strict, or custom protection
Safari
- Click "Safari" in the top menu
- Select "Preferences" → "Privacy"
- Manage "Cookies and website data"
- Choose blocking options
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu (top right)
- Select "Settings" → "Cookies and site permissions"
- Click "Cookies and site data"
- Configure your preferences
Mobile Device Settings
iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies or Advanced → Website Data
Android: Browser Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website:
- Some features may not function properly
- You may need to re-enter information on subsequent visits
- Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
- Website performance tracking will be limited
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We are committed to respecting your privacy choices and continue to monitor developments in this area.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Sending an email notification (for registered users)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
