Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Rhythbalance ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at commodityprotect.ddd. This policy provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use, their purposes, how long they remain on your device, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering information whenever you return to the site or browse from one page to another.
Types of Cookies by Duration:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help websites remember your actions during a single browsing session.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They remember your preferences across multiple visits.
Types of Cookies by Origin:
- First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website and can only be read by our website.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services or partners (e.g., analytics providers, advertising networks) that appear on our website.
3. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
- Web Beacons (Pixels): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether you have viewed particular content.
- Local Storage: Technology that allows websites to store data locally in your browser, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the browser tab is closed.
- Flash Cookies (LSOs): Local shared objects stored by Adobe Flash Player.
- Device Fingerprinting: Techniques that collect information about your device configuration to create a unique identifier.
4. Categories of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state across pages | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| load_balancer | Distributes traffic across servers for optimal performance | Session |
4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to count visits, identify traffic sources, and measure website performance so we can improve user experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and tracks website usage | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for 24-hour period | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to limit data collection | 1 minute |
| _ga_[container-id] | Google Analytics 4 | Stores and counts pageviews | 2 years |
| analytics_session | Rhythbalance | Tracks user journey and behavior patterns | 30 minutes |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or region. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language_preference | Remembers your language selection | 12 months |
| region_preference | Stores your geographic region preference | 12 months |
| font_size | Remembers your text size preference for accessibility | 12 months |
| theme_preference | Stores your color theme choice (light/dark mode) | 12 months |
4.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They track your browsing activity across websites and are often placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited our website and share this information with other organizations such as advertisers.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Tracks visits across websites for targeted advertising | 3 months | |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Serves targeted advertisements based on browsing behavior | 13 months |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Tests whether browser accepts cookies | 15 minutes |
| fr | Delivers and measures effectiveness of advertisements | 3 months | |
| ads_prefs | Rhythbalance | Stores advertising preferences and opt-out choices | 12 months |
4.5 Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media platforms we have integrated into our website to enable you to share content with your friends and networks. They track your browser across other websites and build a profile of your interests, which may affect the content and messages you see on other websites.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _twitter_sess | Enables Twitter sharing functionality | Session | |
| personalization_id | Personalizes Twitter content and advertisements | 2 years | |
| li_sugr | Collects data on visitor behavior for LinkedIn integration | 3 months | |
| bcookie | Browser identifier for LinkedIn features | 2 years |
5. Purposes of Cookie Usage
We use cookies for the following specific purposes:
5.1 Essential Website Operations
- Authenticating users and preventing fraudulent use of login credentials
- Remembering items in your shopping cart
- Maintaining security and preventing unauthorized access
- Enabling core website functionality and navigation
- Load balancing to ensure website stability
5.2 Performance Monitoring and Improvement
- Analyzing how visitors use our website (pages visited, time spent, bounce rates)
- Identifying and fixing technical errors
- Testing new features and designs
- Measuring website loading speed and performance
- Understanding traffic sources and user demographics
5.3 User Experience Enhancement
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Personalizing content based on your interests
- Providing relevant recommendations
- Enabling social media sharing features
- Remembering your language and region preferences
5.4 Marketing and Advertising
- Delivering targeted advertisements based on your interests
- Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Limiting the number of times you see an advertisement
- Tracking conversions from advertisements
- Building audience profiles for remarketing
6. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may set cookies on your device when you visit our website. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies:
Analytics Services:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Google Tag Manager: Google Privacy Policy
Advertising Networks:
- Google Ads: Google Ads Policy
- Facebook Pixel: Facebook Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms:
- Facebook: Facebook Privacy Policy
- Twitter: Twitter Privacy Policy
- LinkedIn: LinkedIn Privacy Policy
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
- Accept All: Consents to all cookie categories
- Reject: Rejects all non-essential cookies (only strictly necessary cookies will be used)
- Cookie Settings: Opens detailed settings where you can choose specific cookie categories
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies entirely
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Opera: Settings > Privacy & security > Cookies
For more detailed information, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
7.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific types of cookies using these tools:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out Tool
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out Tool
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: Your Online Choices
7.4 Mobile Device Settings
For mobile devices, you can manage tracking through device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking (disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track")
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- You may not be able to access certain areas of the website
- Your user experience may be less personalized
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Some preferences and settings may not be saved
- Website performance tracking will be limited
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for website operation. Disabling these cookies may prevent you from using our website entirely.
9. Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Short-term Cookies: 1 minute to 24 hours
- Medium-term Cookies: 1 month to 12 months
- Long-term Cookies: 1 year to 2 years
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings, regardless of their set expiration date.
10. Updates to Cookie Usage
We may update our use of cookies from time to time. When we make significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our website
- Request renewed consent if required by law
- Send email notifications to registered users
We recommend reviewing this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
11. Legal Basis for Cookie Usage
Under GDPR and other privacy regulations, we use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For analytics, marketing, and non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent through our cookie banner
- Legitimate Interest: For strictly necessary cookies required for website functionality and security
- Contract Performance: For cookies necessary to provide services you have requested
12. Your Rights Regarding Cookies
Under GDPR and applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Be informed about cookie usage (through this policy)
- Consent to or refuse non-essential cookies
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Access information about cookies stored on your device
- Request deletion of cookie data
- Object to cookie-based profiling
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
13. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage cookies through the methods described in this policy.
14. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. If you believe we have collected cookie data from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
15. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data to countries outside Canada and the European Economic Area. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses and adequacy decisions.
16. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Rhythbalance
Address: 401 Bay St. Suite #1600, Toronto, ON M5H 2T7, Canada
Email: info@commodityprotect.world
Phone: +16479872845
17. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
- Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): ICO Cookie Guidance
- Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada: www.priv.gc.ca
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org