Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Website: glynnisgoldstrand.ca
Jurisdiction: Canada (with international compliance considerations)
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how GlynnisGoldStrand (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
While Canada’s federal privacy law (PIPEDA) governs personal information, modern global compliance standards require transparency regarding cookie use, consent, and tracking activity. [lordofthewix.com]
By continuing to use this Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy unless you disable them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your device, preferences, and behaviour to enhance functionality and performance.
We also use related technologies such as:
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Web beacons
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Pixel tags
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Local storage
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Analytics scripts
These technologies serve similar purposes and are treated the same as cookies in this policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function, including:
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Security and integrity features
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Core navigation
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Page‑loading operations
Disabling them will affect your ability to use the Website.
B. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website, such as:
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Pages visited
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Time spent on each page
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Browser and device information
Analytics tracking is part of modern compliance disclosures, especially under international standards requiring transparency in cookie usage. [lordofthewix.com]
We may use tools such as:
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Wix analytics
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Google Analytics (or similar services)
C. Functionality Cookies
These improve your experience by remembering preferences such as:
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Region settings
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Previously viewed content
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Form inputs
D. Advertising & Social Media Cookies (If Applicable)
If enabled, these cookies:
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Personalise advertising
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Track user interests
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Integrate with social media platforms
If your site adds embedded content (YouTube, Instagram) in future, these services may set their own cookies.
4. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Ensure the Website works correctly
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Improve performance and speed
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Analyse traffic and user behaviour
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Enhance user experience
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Maintain website security
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Comply with transparency and consent requirements under modern privacy expectations (e.g., GDPR, ePrivacy standards) [lordofthewix.com]
5. Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third‑party services integrated into the Website.
These include:
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Hosting and analytics providers
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Embedded video or social media platforms
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Security and performance tools
Third parties determine their own cookie behaviour. We recommend reviewing their policies for details.
6. Cookie Consent
If your visitors include users from jurisdictions with strict cookie rules (EU/EEA, UK, California), you are required to:
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Display a cookie banner
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Allow acceptance or rejection of non‑essential cookies
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Provide clear disclosures about cookie purposes
These measures are highlighted in 2026 compliance guidance as essential. [lordofthewix.com]
On Wix: You can enable the required consent banner in Settings → Privacy & Cookies.
7. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can manage cookie preferences in two ways:
A. Through your browser
You may block or delete cookies via browser settings.
Common browsers offer options to:
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Block all cookies
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Delete existing cookies
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Notify you before a cookie is set
B. Through our cookie banner (if enabled)
You can accept, reject, or customise categories of cookies where required by law.
Please note: disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
8. Do-Not-Track Signals
Most browsers allow Do‑Not‑Track (DNT) settings.
At this time, no industry standard exists requiring websites to respond to DNT signals, so we do not change our behaviour in response to them.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
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Changes in cookie usage
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Legal requirements
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Updates to our services
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
10. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or your data rights, contact:
GlynnisGoldStrand – Cookie Policy
Email: [Insert email]
Address: [Insert Canadian mailing address]