Cookie Policy
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your computer or mobile device when you visit them. They play a crucial role in enhancing your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, login information, and providing relevant content and services. Cookies can contain various types of data, including anonymized information about how you use a website, but they do not typically include personal information that can identify you.
Types of Cookies Used on Cottonwood
We use different types of cookies to improve your experience on our website:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic functionality of Cottonwood. They enable features like secure login, page navigation, and access to secured areas of our site. The absence of these cookies may hinder your ability to use certain parts of the site.
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Performance Cookies: We utilize these cookies to understand how our website performs, by tracking things like page load times, error rates, and usage statistics. This data helps us optimize our site’s performance and user experience.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, language settings, and personalized content choices on Cottonwood. They also allow us to provide relevant recommendations and personalize your interactions with our website.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: We may employ these cookies to deliver targeted advertisements tailored to your interests and browsing behavior. They track your online activities across multiple websites, which allows us to show you relevant promotions or announcements on Cottonwood and our partners’ sites.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have the right to manage and control how cookies are used on your device:
- Most web browsers allow you to adjust your cookie settings, including blocking or deleting specific types of cookies. You can find these settings in your browser’s preferences or options menu.
- You can clear cookies at any time from within your browser settings. Please note that this may impact your login state and personalized features on our website.
- For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your browser, please refer to the help section of your web browser or visit allaboutcookies.org, which provides comprehensive guidance on cookie management across different browsers.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party cookies from services that help us improve our site and provide you with additional features. These parties may collect data about your online activities over time and across multiple websites for analytics, marketing, or other purposes. Their use of personal information is governed by their respective privacy policies, not ours.
Consent and Control
We respect your right to choose how cookies are used on Cottonwood:
- By continuing to browse our website after the updated Cookie Policy has been displayed, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
- You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or by using tools provided by privacy-focused browser extensions.
- For any queries regarding your cookie choices or to exercise your rights under data protection regulations, please contact us at: [email protected].
Last Updated
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 1, 2024. We regularly review and update our privacy practices, so please check back occasionally for any changes.