What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They contain information that helps websites remember your preferences, login status, and other details to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information. They help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve our services.
How Swiss Chalet Uses Cookies
Swiss Chalet uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Keep you logged into your account
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Enable social media features
- Serve relevant advertisements
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Types of Cookies We Use
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance your experience. These include:
| Service | Purpose | Cookie Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics and performance tracking | Performance | 2 years |
| Facebook Pixel | Social media integration and advertising | Marketing | 90 days |
| Google Ads | Online advertising and remarketing | Marketing | 90 days |
| YouTube | Video content embedding | Functionality | Session |
| Hotjar | User behavior analysis | Performance | 365 days |
How to Manage Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Reject All: Only allow essential cookies
- Customize: Choose which types of cookies to accept
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Set preferences for cookie acceptance
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly:
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies Disabled:
- Unable to log into your account
- Shopping cart functionality may not work
- Security features may be compromised
- Some pages may not load properly
Non-Essential Cookies Disabled:
- Less personalized experience
- Need to reset preferences on each visit
- May see less relevant advertisements
- Limited website improvement insights
Updates to This Cookie 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 to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Last Updated: January 2025
If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you by posting a notice on our website or through other appropriate communication channels.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have any questions about how we use cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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