Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Britain Online ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website shine-fort.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential 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.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if visitors get error messages. This helps us improve how our website works.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may place cookies:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage and improve our services. Google Analytics uses cookies to track visitor interactions and generate reports about website activity.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media features that may place cookies to enable proper functionality and track usage. These include:

• Facebook social plugins
• Twitter integration
• LinkedIn sharing buttons
• Instagram feed widgets

4.3 Embedded Content

We may embed content from third-party services such as YouTube, Google Maps, or other platforms, which may place their own cookies.

5. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:

5.1 Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)

Small graphic images or code snippets that may be included in our web pages and emails to track user behavior and measure campaign effectiveness.

5.2 Local Storage

Browser-based storage that allows websites to store data locally on your device for improved performance and functionality.

5.3 Device Fingerprinting

Collection of device and browser characteristics to create a unique identifier for fraud prevention and security purposes.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Preference Center

You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie preference center, which appears when you first visit our website or can be accessed at any time.

6.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings
2. Click "Privacy and security" → "Cookies and other site data"
3. Choose your preferred cookie settings

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu button → Options/Preferences
2. Select "Privacy & Security"
3. Under "Cookies and Site Data," choose your settings

Safari

1. Safari menu → Preferences
2. Click "Privacy"
3. Choose your cookie and tracking settings

Microsoft Edge

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings
2. Click "Cookies and site permissions"
3. Manage your cookie settings

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Disabling these may prevent core website functionality
• Performance Cookies: We won't be able to improve website performance based on usage data
• Functionality Cookies: The website may not remember your preferences or provide personalized features
• Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertising and promotional content

8. Mobile Applications

If you use our mobile applications, we may use mobile-specific technologies for similar purposes:

• Mobile device identifiers
• Push notification tokens
• App usage analytics
• Location data (with permission)

You can manage these settings through your device's privacy settings or app-specific preferences.

9. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Strictly Necessary: Legitimate interest in providing website functionality
• Performance: Legitimate interest in improving our services
• Functionality: Legitimate interest in enhancing user experience
• Marketing: Your explicit consent (where required by law)

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:

• Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Data encryption where appropriate
• Regular deletion of expired cookies

11. International Transfers

Some third-party services we use may transfer cookie data internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

• Adequacy decisions by regulatory authorities
• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Privacy Shield frameworks (where applicable)
• Other approved transfer mechanisms

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending email notifications where appropriate

13. Contact Information

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

14. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our other policies:

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Service