Cookie Policy - MentalConnect.ca
1. Introduction
MentalConnect.ca uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to use our site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the site recognize your device, remember your preferences, and enhance functionality.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Essential for website functionality (e.g., login, security, navigation).
- Cannot be disabled in our systems.
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Collect anonymous information about how users interact with our site.
- Help us understand and improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
c) Functional Cookies
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, cultural filters).
- Provide enhanced personalization.
d) Advertising and Marketing Cookies
- May be used to deliver targeted ads or measure the effectiveness of campaigns.
- Only used with your explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party providers (e.g., Google, Stripe, PayPal, social media integrations). These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Maintain secure login sessions.
- Save language and region preferences.
- Track site usage for analytics and service improvement.
- Provide marketplace functionality (shopping cart, payment processing).
- Enhance user experience with tailored content.
6. Managing Cookie Preferences
- You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
- You can also use our on-site Cookie Consent Banner to accept, refuse, or customize your preferences.
- Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain features of MentalConnect.ca.
7. Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with:
- Law 25 (Québec) – requirements for transparency and consent.
- PIPEDA (Canada) – obligations for fair data collection.
- Canada’s Anti-Spam Law (CASL) – rules for marketing and tracking consent.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with the updated date.
9. Contact Us
- For any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
- ☐ privacy@mentalconnect.ca
- SC Nature & Commerce inc., Québec, Canada