Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 15, 2023
This Cookie Policy explains how Bumuge Bavaca Financial Education ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at bumuge-bavaca.sbs. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons for our website to operate, and we refer to these as "essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our website. Third parties serve cookies through our website for advertising, analytics, and other purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
Functionality 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.
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Bumuge Bavaca | Maintains your session state across page requests | Session |
| user_preferences | Bumuge Bavaca | Stores your website preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| fr | Used to deliver, measure and improve the relevancy of ads | 3 months |
How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the appropriate opt-out links provided in the cookie banner or by configuring your browser settings accordingly.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as it will no longer be personalized to you. It may also stop you from saving customized settings like login information.
Browser manufacturers provide help pages relating to cookie management in their products. Please see below for more information:
- Google Chrome
- Internet Explorer
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari (Desktop)
- Safari (Mobile)
- Android Browser
- Opera
- Opera Mobile
Third-Party Opt-Outs
Several third-party advertising networks that we may use offer opt-out mechanisms for their cookies. You can visit the following sites to learn more and opt out of tracking by participating companies:
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada
- Network Advertising Initiative
- Digital Advertising Alliance
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals as there is no standard for how websites should respond to such signals.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
Bumuge Bavaca Financial Education
123 Financial District St
Toronto, ON M5X 1A1
Canada
Email: privacy@bumuge-bavaca.sbs
Phone: +1 4376418802