Cookie Policy
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1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit our website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Some cookies are temporary (session cookies) and expire when you close your browser, while others persist for a set period (persistent cookies).
2. Cookie Categories
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Secure form submission
- Cookie preference storage
- Basic site security
You cannot disable these cookies without impairing website functionality.
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. Analytics cookies collect information such as:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Traffic sources (how you arrived)
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location
Cookies used: _ga, _gid, _gat
This data is anonymized and used solely for improving our Site and content. You can opt out of analytics cookies through your cookie preferences.
2.3 Marketing & Remarketing Cookies
We use Google Ads conversion tracking and remarketing cookies to:
- Track orders and conversions
- Display relevant ads on other websites
- Understand advertising effectiveness
Services used: Google Ads (Google Conversion Tracking), Google Ads Remarketing
Cookies used: _gcl_au, _gcl_aw, ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization
You can manage marketing preferences through your cookie settings or Google Ad Preferences.
2.4 Consent Mode v2
We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which allows us to respect your cookie preferences and communicate your consent status to Google services. This ensures Google services (Analytics, Ads) receive appropriate consent signals based on your choices.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services may place cookies on your device:
- Google Analytics: Analytics cookies (google.com/analytics)
- Google Ads: Conversion and remarketing cookies (google.com/ads)
- Google Maps: Embedded map on contact page (google.com/maps)
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing cookie use.
4. Cookie Management
4.1 Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our Site, a cookie banner appears allowing you to:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Reject: Reject optional cookies (necessary cookies still used)
- Settings: Customize your cookie preferences individually
You can change your preferences at any time using the cookie settings link.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can typically:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Consult your browser's help section for specific instructions. Disabling cookies may impact Site functionality.
4.3 Google Ad Preferences
Visit google.com/ads/preferences to view and manage your Google Ads interests and opt out of personalized advertising.
5. Cookie Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Necessary | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics throttling request rate | 1 minute |
| _gcl_au | Marketing | Google Ads conversion tracking | 90 days |
| _gcl_aw | Marketing | Google Ads conversion tracking | 90 days |
6. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
- Accept or reject cookies (except strictly necessary ones)
- Delete cookies from your device
- Opt out of analytics and marketing tracking
- Request information about cookies we use
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please contact us:
Cartilagerrorgan Pty Ltd
+61 2 9876 5432
info@cartilagerrorgan.shop
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookie technology or our practices. The "Last updated" date above indicates when this policy was last modified.