Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them when visiting the Mac Raith Audio Engineering website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.

• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Security cookies: Help protect the site and its visitors

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

• Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and site performance
• Performance cookies: Monitor website speed and functionality

2.3 Functional Cookies

Additional cookies that enhance website functionality and user experience.

• Preference cookies: Remember user settings and preferences

3. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include content from third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and reporting
• Social Media Platforms: Share buttons and embedded content

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential website functionality: Enable core features and navigation
• User experience improvement: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics and insights: Understand how visitors use our site
• Performance optimization: Monitor and improve site speed
• User preferences: Remember settings and customizations

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them:

• Preference cookies: 1 year
• Analytics cookies: 2 years
• Marketing cookies: 30 days to 2 years

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies: Prevent all cookies from being stored
• Block third-party cookies: Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies: Remove existing cookies from your device
• Notification settings: Get alerts when cookies are being set

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

7. Opt-Out Options

7.1 Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:

• Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Using browser Do Not Track settings
• Configuring your browser to block analytics cookies

7.2 Marketing Opt-Out

To opt out of targeted advertising:

• Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
• Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
• Adjust your social media privacy settings

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience:

• Reduced functionality: Some features may not work properly
• Lost preferences: Settings and customizations will not be saved
• Repeated information: You may see the same content repeatedly
• Security concerns: Some protection features may be disabled

9. Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Changing your browser cookie settings
• Clearing your browser cookies and site data
• Contacting us to request cookie preference changes

10. Mobile Device Tracking

On mobile devices, similar tracking technologies may be used:

• Local storage: HTML5 local storage for preferences
• Device fingerprinting: Analyzing device characteristics
• App-specific tracking: Mobile app analytics and performance

11. International Data Transfers

Some cookies may transfer data to servers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post any updates on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: