Cookie Policy for Adorable Reptiles
This Cookie Policy explains how adorablereptiles.com/ (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website.
By continuing to use the Site after being presented with a cookie notice or banner, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, you may disable cookies through your browser settings (see Section 6 below).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies may be stored temporarily (session cookies) or remain on your device until they expire or are deleted (persistent cookies).
We may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and scripts for tracking and analytics.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for purposes including:
- Essential functionality – enabling core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas
- Performance & analytics – understanding how visitors use the Site to improve speed, navigation, and content
- Preferences – remembering settings such as language or previously viewed pages
- Advertising & personalization – delivering relevant ads through partners like Google Ads and Mediavine, and measuring ad performance
Cookies may collect information such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the Site to function properly. These cannot be disabled through the cookie banner.
b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand traffic, usage patterns, and improve Site performance.
We may use analytics services that collect aggregated or anonymized data.
c) Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region) to enhance the user experience.
d) Advertising & Targeting Cookies
Used by third-party ad networks to:
- deliver personalized advertising
- measure impressions and engagement
- limit repeat ad exposure
These cookies may track browsing across websites and devices.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third parties to set cookies when you visit the Site, including:
- Google Ads / Google AdSense
- Mediavine advertising network
- Analytics or performance tools (as applicable)
These companies may use cookies for interest-based advertising, frequency capping, analytics, and reporting.
Their data practices are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies. We do not control these cookies.
5. Consent to Cookies
Under Canadian privacy requirements, non-essential cookies — including those used for analytics and personalized advertising — require meaningful consent.
Consent may be obtained through:
- a cookie banner or notice
- continued browsing after being informed
- browser-based preference settings
You may withdraw consent at any time by disabling cookies or adjusting preferences.
6. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can control cookies through:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to:
- block cookies
- delete cookies
- receive alerts before cookies are stored
Settings vary by browser. Check your device or browser support pages.
Advertising Opt-Out Options
You may also manage interest-based advertising through:
- Google Ads settings
- Device-level ad preferences
- Your browser’s Do Not Track settings (if supported)
Disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality or limit personalized content.
7. Data Retention
Cookies remain on your device for a defined duration depending on:
- the cookie type
- your browser settings
- expiry periods set by us or third-party providers
After expiration, data may be deleted or anonymized.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- operational changes
- legal or regulatory updates
- changes in cookie use or advertising partners
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised Last updated date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, contact us at:
adorablereptiles.com/
Email: contact@adorablereptiles.com
Location: Toronto, ON, Canada