Cookies Policy
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This Cookies Policy explains how Sparkclearingux ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit sparkclearingux.world. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have declined non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" that expire when you close your browser, or "persistent cookies" that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, pixel tags, and web beacons, which may also be used on sparkclearingux.world.
2. How Sparkclearingux Uses Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies on our website to support the delivery of personalised outdoor activity plan services, improve website performance, and understand how visitors interact with our content. The information collected through cookies helps us enhance the browsing experience for users interested in our Park Circuit Blueprint, Coastal Explorer Plan, Summit Series Custom, and other outdoor planning products.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of sparkclearingux.world and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your cookie preferences, submitting a contact form, or navigating between pages. Without these cookies, certain services you have requested, such as remembering your cookie consent choice, cannot be provided. Examples include:
- Cookie consent status cookies that record whether you have accepted or declined non-essential cookies
- Session management cookies that maintain your browsing session while navigating our website
- Security cookies that help protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most frequently, how long users spend on each page, and whether error messages are encountered. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use this data to improve website structure, content relevance, and the overall user experience for visitors exploring our outdoor activity plan products. If you decline these cookies through our consent banner, analytics tracking will not be activated.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language or region, and provide enhanced, more personalised features. These cookies may also be used to remember changes you have made to text size, fonts, and other customisable elements of web pages. The information these cookies collect may be anonymised and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on sparkclearingux.world are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. These may include:
- Google Fonts, which may collect usage data related to font delivery
- Google Maps embedded on our contact and location pages, which may set cookies to remember your map preferences and usage patterns
- Font Awesome CDN, which delivers icon assets and may use cookies for content delivery optimisation
- Analytics providers that help us understand website traffic and user behaviour patterns
We do not control the placement or operation of third-party cookies. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party providers for more information about their data practices.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit sparkclearingux.world, a cookie consent banner will appear asking for your permission to use non-essential cookies. You may choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference is stored in your browser's local storage so that the banner does not reappear on subsequent visits. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and local storage, which will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.
6. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. The following links provide guidance on managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings, Privacy and Security, Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options, Privacy and Security, Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences, Privacy, Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings, Cookies and site permissions, Manage and delete cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of sparkclearingux.world and limit your ability to use some features of our website. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic website operation.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Sparkclearingux does not currently respond to DNT browser signals, but we honour the cookie preferences you set through our consent banner.
8. Data Retention for Cookie Information
The retention period for cookie data varies depending on the type of cookie. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a predetermined period, typically ranging from thirty days to twenty-four months, unless you delete them manually. Cookie consent preferences stored in local storage persist until you clear your browser data or change your preference.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices related to outdoor activity plan services. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact Sparkclearingux:
40/37-39 Albert Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
Phone: +61 1800 094 927
Email: contact@sparkclearingux.world