How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website
Effective Date: March 1, 2024
Last Updated: March 1, 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Grow Evolve ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website grow-evolve.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience. Cookies contain information about your browsing activity and can be used for various purposes.
2.1 Types of Cookies
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period
First-Party Cookies: Cookies set directly by our website
Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by external services we use
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
Authentication and login functionality
Shopping cart and course enrollment processes
Security features and fraud prevention
Load balancing and performance optimization
Cookie consent preferences
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
Page views and user navigation patterns
Time spent on different pages
Most popular content and courses
Bounce rates and exit pages
Device and browser information
Geographic location (general area)
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness:
Personalized content recommendations
Targeted advertising based on interests
Social media integration and sharing
Conversion tracking and attribution
Remarketing to previous visitors
3.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance website functionality and personalization:
Language and region preferences
Customized content display
Chat widget functionality
Video player settings
Form auto-completion
4. Specific Cookies We Use
4.1 Our Own Cookies
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
Type
grow_evolve_session
Maintains user session
Session
Essential
cookie_consent
Stores cookie preferences
1 year
Essential
user_preferences
Saves site customizations
6 months
Functional
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third parties that may set their own cookies:
Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
6.1 Essential Cookies
Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from:
Logging into your account
Enrolling in courses
Using certain website features
Maintaining your session
6.2 Analytics Cookies
Disabling analytics cookies means:
We can't measure website performance
Less ability to improve user experience
Reduced personalization capabilities
6.3 Marketing Cookies
Disabling marketing cookies results in:
Less relevant advertisements
No personalized content recommendations
Limited social media integration
7. Mobile Devices and Apps
On mobile devices, similar tracking technologies may be used:
Device identifiers and advertising IDs
App-specific tracking preferences
Location services (with permission)
Push notification preferences
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children through cookies or other tracking technologies.
9. Data Transfer and Storage
Cookie data may be transferred to and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding cookie data:
Right to know what cookies are being used
Right to consent to or reject cookie use
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to request deletion of cookie data
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Grow Evolve
123 Business Avenue
Toronto, ON M5V 3A8
Canada