Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for FarmEquipFixSvc

Last Updated: November 13, 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how FarmEquipFixSvc ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We believe in transparency and want to help you understand how we use cookies to improve your experience.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They contain letters and numbers and are used to remember information about you and your preferences. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide website owners with analytics and other information.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

Purpose: These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Examples:

• Cookie consent preferences
• Shopping cart functionality (if applicable)
• Form submission preferences
• Security features

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period)

Analytics and Performance Cookies

Purpose: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Website performance monitoring
• Page visit tracking
• Bounce rate analysis

Duration: Persistent cookies (typically 30 days to 2 years)

Functional Cookies

Purpose: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Examples:

• Remembering your preferences
• Remembering your login status
• Video player preferences
• Interactive map functionality

Duration: Persistent cookies (typically 30 days to 1 year)

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

Purpose: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

Examples:

• Retargeting pixels
• Facebook Pixel
• Google Ads cookies
• Third-party advertising networks

Duration: Persistent cookies (typically 30 days to 1 year)

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

• Website Functionality: To enable core website functions such as navigation and access to secure areas
• User Preferences: To remember your preferences and settings for future visits
• Analytics: To analyze website usage and improve our services
• Performance Monitoring: To monitor website performance and identify areas for improvement
• Marketing: To deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness
• Security: To enhance website security and prevent fraud

Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to set cookies on our website for various purposes, including:

• Analytics: Google Analytics, Hotjar, and other analytics providers
• Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social networks
• Advertising: Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and other advertising networks
• Video: YouTube, Vimeo, and other video hosting services
• Maps: Google Maps and other mapping services

These third parties may use the information collected through cookies to provide us with analytics reports and to personalize advertising both on our website and across other websites.

Your Cookie Choices

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Decline non-essential cookies
• Manage cookie preferences in detail

Browser Settings

You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. However, if you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of our website may not function properly or be accessible.

Common browser cookie settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Opt-out Tools

Several organizations provide tools to help you opt out of targeted advertising:

• About Ads - Opt out of interest-based advertising
• Digital Advertising Alliance - Manage ad preferences in the US
• Your Online Choices - Control online behavioral advertising in Europe

Cookie Management

Viewing Cookies: You can view the cookies stored on your device through your browser settings. Most browsers will show you the name of each cookie, its source, duration, and content.

Deleting Cookies: You can delete existing cookies through your browser settings. This will not stop websites from setting new cookies, but it will stop cookies from being read until you update your settings again.

Blocking Cookies: You can configure your browser to block all cookies or only third-party cookies. Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our website.

Specific Cookies We Use

Here are some of the specific cookies we use on our website:

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

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