Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.
2. How We Use Cookies
Alert Alarm Systems Inc uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure access to authenticated areas, and remembering your cookie preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your form inputs and preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| remember_me | Remembers your login status | 30 days |
| form_data | Saves partial form entries | 7 days |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are used to display relevant and engaging advertisements. We only use marketing cookies with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions | 3 months |
| fr | Facebook - delivers relevant ads | 3 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies may include:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
- Google Maps: For displaying our location map
- FormSubmit: For processing contact form submissions
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties for information about their cookie practices.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
- Accept: Accepts all cookies, including analytics and marketing cookies
- Reject: Only essential cookies will be active
- Customize: Choose which cookie categories you want to accept
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Please note that blocking some cookies may impact your experience on our website.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking technologies:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: Use the NAI Consumer Opt Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Use Your Ad Choices
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Alert Alarm Systems Inc
3102 Ne 210Th Ter
Miami, FL 33180
Email: help@alertalarmsystems.org
Phone: +1(619) 558-4096