vermilion-wind

What are cookies?

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

Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences over time, so you don't have to re-enter information when you return to the site or browse between pages.

How we use cookies

vermilion-wind uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and support our business operations.

We use both first-party cookies that we set ourselves and third-party cookies set by external service providers we work with.

Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they can only be disabled by changing your browser settings.

Examples include:

• Session management and authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and site stability

Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the website and user experience.

Examples include:

• Page visit tracking and navigation patterns
• Time spent on pages and bounce rates
• Error monitoring and performance measurement

Functionality cookies

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 use.

Examples include:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Personalized content recommendations
• Language and region selection

Targeting and advertising cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign effectiveness. They may be set by our advertising partners through our site.

Examples include:

• Interest-based advertising
• Ad frequency capping
• Campaign performance measurement

Cookie duration

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

The duration of persistent cookies varies depending on their purpose, typically ranging from 30 days to 2 years.

Third-party cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party service providers we work with to deliver functionality and measure performance. These providers may include:

• Analytics services that help us understand site usage
• Advertising networks that deliver targeted advertisements
• Social media platforms for content sharing features
• Payment processors for secure transaction handling

These third parties have their own privacy policies and may use cookies for purposes not covered by this policy. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

Managing your cookie preferences

Cookie consent banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner asking you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in our footer.

Browser settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our website.

Browser-specific instructions

For specific instructions on managing cookies in your browser, please visit:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Do Not Track signals

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to these signals.

We respect user privacy preferences and are committed to honoring opt-out requests through our cookie consent mechanism.

Local storage and similar technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as local storage, session storage, and similar mechanisms to store information on your device.

These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies, such as remembering your preferences and improving site functionality. The same principles regarding consent and control apply to these technologies.

Changes to this cookies policy

We may update this cookies policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact us about cookies

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

Email: [email protected]

Address: Level 14, Collins Tower, 384 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia