Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website shortoasfo.top. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain website features to function properly.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remember your cookie preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users get error messages. This information helps us improve how our website works.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver content more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver targeted advertising or limit the number of times you see an advertisement.

3. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table details the specific cookies used on our website:

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services help us analyse website usage, improve functionality, and provide better services to our users.

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, which helps us improve our services.

For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage

4.2 Content Delivery Networks

We may use content delivery networks (CDNs) to improve website performance. These services may place cookies to optimise content delivery and website speed.

5. Cookie Consent and Your Choices

5.1 Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.

5.2 Managing Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Using the cookie preference centre on our website
• Adjusting your browser settings (see section below)
• Contacting us directly at privacy@shortoasfo.top

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website operation.

6. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

For more detailed instructions, please refer to your browser's help documentation or visit All About Cookies.

7. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may use different technologies for tracking and analytics. You can manage these preferences through your device settings:

7.1 iOS Devices

Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies

7.2 Android Devices

Browser Settings > Site Settings > Cookies (varies by browser)

8. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect the information collected through cookies. This includes:

• Encryption of sensitive cookie data
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to cookie data
• Secure transmission protocols
• Regular deletion of expired cookies

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers (such as Google Analytics) may transfer and process cookie data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)
• Other appropriate safeguards as required by GDPR

10. Your Rights

Under GDPR and other applicable privacy laws, you have rights regarding the personal data processed through cookies:

• Right to access information about cookies and data processing
• Right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• Right to request deletion of cookie data
• Right to object to processing for certain purposes
• Right to data portability (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@shortoasfo.top.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through our website or email (where appropriate)
• Request renewed consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

12. Contact Us

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

13. Cookie Preference Centre

You can manage your cookie preferences using the controls below or by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.