Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies help us improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
How We Use Cookies
Merry Lotus uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Cookie consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our website
- Technical information about your device and browser
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices you make on our website.
- Language preferences
- Form data for convenience
- User interface preferences
Cookies We Use
Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our website:
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie consent preferences (Essential, 1 year)
- sessionId: Maintains your session while browsing (Essential, Session)
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy policies. Third parties may include analytics providers.
Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
To find out how to manage cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help section or the following resources:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your preference is stored and remembered for future visits.
Withdrawing Consent
If you previously accepted cookies but wish to withdraw your consent, you can:
- Clear your browser's cookies and cache
- The cookie banner will reappear on your next visit
- Select your new preference
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not work as intended. Essential cookies are required for basic website functionality. However, disabling analytics and functional cookies will not prevent you from using our website.
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. We respect these signals and do not track users who have enabled this feature.
Updates to This 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. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Merry Lotus
245 Richmond Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5V 1W2
Canada
Email: [email protected]