Cookies Policy
Effective Date: 9-13-2024
1. Introduction
The Whalen Berez Group (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.whalenberezgroup.com (the “Site”). This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies. By using the Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or other device) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners. Cookies help us understand how you interact with our Site, remember your preferences, and enhance your browsing experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable you to navigate the Site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, certain services on the Site cannot be provided.
3.2 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how you use the Site, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages from certain pages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies you personally. Instead, the information collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this data to improve the performance and usability of the Site.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies may also be used to remember changes you have made to text size, fonts, and other customizable parts of the Site.
3.4 Targeting or Advertising Cookies
Targeting cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver targeted advertisements or limit the number of times you see an advertisement. These cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. We may share this information with third parties, such as advertisers.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Site, deliver advertisements on and through the Site, and so on. These third-party cookies are set by external providers and are not controlled by us. Therefore, we recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party providers for more information about their use of cookies.
5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You have several options to manage your cookie preferences:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to block cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent to your device. However, if you disable cookies, some parts of the Site may not function properly.
- Opt-Out Links: Some third-party service providers, including advertisers, offer opt-out mechanisms directly on their websites. You can visit these websites to manage your preferences regarding third-party cookies.
- Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your settings.
6. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookies Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us.