Cookie Policy
Information about how we use cookies on our website
Last updated: September 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Emerald Crater uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website emerald-crater.autos. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) 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 "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
How We Use Cookies
When you visit our website, we may place the following types of cookies on your device:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
- Maintaining session information as you navigate the site
- Ensuring security features work correctly
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to operate.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services. Information collected includes:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our website (search engine, direct link, etc.)
- General geographic location (country/region level)
- Device type and browser used
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Storing form information to make future enquiries easier
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide other services. These may include:
- Google Analytics for website usage analysis
- Payment processors for secure transaction handling
Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Consent preferences: 12 months
- Analytics cookies: Up to 24 months
Managing Cookies
Through Our Website
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.
Browser-Specific Instructions
For information on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please visit your browser's help pages:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use cookie management settings described above to control tracking.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage to remember your cookie consent choice. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored. The same controls described above for cookies can be used to manage local storage.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Emerald Crater
42 Greenway Terrace
Byron Bay, NSW 2481
Australia
Email: [email protected]