This Cookie Policy explains how Solar Harmony uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Solar Harmony) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as:
- Security and authentication
- Network management and accessibility
- Cookie consent preferences
- Session management
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information:
- Number of visitors and page views
- How visitors navigate through the site
- Which pages are most and least popular
- Website performance and error reporting
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Language and region selection
- Personalized content recommendations
- User interface customizations
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and marketing content:
- Tracking marketing campaign effectiveness
- Delivering personalized advertisements
- Social media integration and sharing
- Retargeting and remarketing activities
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser only until you leave our website. They are deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.
Secure Cookies
These cookies are transmitted only over secure HTTPS connections to protect your information during transmission.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| sessionId | Manages your browsing session | Session |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage and improve our services. Google Analytics cookies help us understand:
- User behavior and engagement patterns
- Traffic sources and referral information
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location data
Social Media Platforms
Social media integration may include cookies from:
6. How to Control Cookies
Cookie Settings on Our Website
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only necessary cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from particular sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- 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 > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
7. Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies directly:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Ad Choices Opt-out
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies
Disabling essential cookies may result in:
- Inability to remember your cookie preferences
- Security vulnerabilities
- Loss of session information
- Reduced website functionality
Performance and Functional Cookies
Disabling these cookies may result in:
- Less personalized experience
- Need to re-enter preferences on each visit
- Reduced website performance insights
- Limited customization options
Marketing Cookies
Disabling marketing cookies may result in:
- Less relevant advertisements
- Inability to measure marketing effectiveness
- Limited social media integration
- Repeated display of the same advertisements
9. Mobile Devices
Mobile browsers and apps may use different technologies similar to cookies:
- Local storage and session storage
- Mobile advertising identifiers
- Device fingerprinting technologies
- Push notification tokens
You can control these through your device settings and app permissions.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Solar Harmony
1250 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Suite 2200
Montreal, QC H3B 4W8
Canada
Phone: +1 (514) 555-7200
Email: [email protected]