Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how A Sharper Edge uses cookies on our website, and how you can control them. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies.

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 enhance user experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain features.

How We Use Cookies

A Sharper Edge uses cookies for several purposes to improve your browsing experience and provide personalized services:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website's performance and user experience. We use this information to:

• Understand which pages are most visited
• Identify navigation patterns and user preferences
• Optimize website loading speed and performance
• Improve our service offerings based on user behavior

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. These cookies help us remember your preferences and provide a more personalized experience.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. These cookies do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

Specific Cookies We Use

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use several third-party services that may set cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data about how you use our website. This information helps us improve our services and user experience.

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Social Media Integration

Our website may include social media buttons and/or plugins that allow you to connect with your social network in various ways. These social media sites may set a cookie to show you the number of times a link has been shared.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from being set in the future
• Set preferences for specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can change your preferences at any time by:

• Using the cookie banner (if still visible)
• Contacting us directly to update your preferences
• Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Your preferences may not be remembered between visits
• Some interactive features may be limited
• Website performance and analytics may be affected

Cookie Expiration

Cookies have different expiration times:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period
• Essential Cookies: Typically expire when you close your browser
• Analytics/Marketing Cookies: Can persist from 3 months to 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website. The "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Last Updated: November 6, 2024