Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 2024
Disclaimer: This Cookie Policy is a template provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Simple Mantel recommends consulting with a qualified legal professional in the United Kingdom to ensure full compliance with specific business requirements.
This Cookie Policy explains how Simple Mantel ("we", "us", and "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you 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.
In the context of our guide on how to reduce communication and internet costs in Canada, we use cookies to optimize your experience, analyze traffic patterns, and ensure that our technical implementation workflows remain efficient for our users in London and abroad.
1. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
Since Simple Mantel operates and is managed from London, United Kingdom, this policy is governed by and drafted in accordance with the following regulations:
- UK GDPR: The United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation.
- Data Protection Act 2018: The UK’s comprehensive data protection framework.
- PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003): Specifically addressing the use of cookies and similar technologies on terminal equipment.
2. 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 in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Simple Mantel) 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 (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics).
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies to ensure our Canadian telecom guide functions correctly.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential to provide you with services available through our Website and to use some of its features, such as access to secure areas.
| Example | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state | Session |
| cookie_consent_status | Stores your cookie preferences | 12 months |
Analytical/Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site, specifically regarding our Canadian ISP comparison tools.
| Example | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| _ga (Google) | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users (24h) | 24 hours |
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to make advertising messages more relevant to you and your interests in telecom savings.
| Example | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| test_cookie | Checks if the browser supports cookies | 15 mins |
| _fbp | Facebook tracking for ad delivery | 3 months |
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR and PECR, we require a legal basis to process your data via cookies:
- Consent: For analytical, functional, and marketing cookies, we rely on your explicit consent provided through our cookie banner upon your first visit.
- Legitimate Interests / Necessity: For strictly necessary cookies, we do not require consent as these are essential for the operation of the website and providing the services you requested.
5. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the button below or by adjusting your browser settings.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.
Note: If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted.
6. Third-Party Services
Simple Mantel may use third-party services such as Google Analytics, YouTube, or social media sharing tools. These services may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies. You should check the third-party websites for more information about these.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please email our Data Protection Officer or contact us via post at our London office:
Company: Simple Mantel
Address: 452 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3E2
Email:
Phone: +1 (784) 584-3009