Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SecureVista Tech LLC uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, what information they collect, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device to store information about your visit. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you navigate the site.
We also use similar technologies including localStorage and sessionStorage β browser-based storage mechanisms that work like cookies but don't transmit data back to our servers on every request.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use three categories of cookies and storage on our website:
Essential cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the site. You can opt out.
Marketing cookies track visitors across sites for advertising. We currently do not use any marketing cookies.
3. Essential Cookies & Storage
These are necessary for the website and booking system to work. They cannot be turned off.
| Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
sv_cookie_choice |
Remembers your cookie consent choice so the banner doesn't reappear | Persistent (localStorage) | |
sv_booking_session |
Preserves your in-progress appointment booking if you navigate away | Session | |
sv_csrf_token |
Security token for form submissions to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
4. Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand which pages are most popular, where visitors come from, and how they navigate the site. This information is aggregated and anonymized.
We only set these cookies if you accept them in the cookie banner. If you reject, no analytics cookies are set and no data is sent to our analytics provider.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Preserves session state across page loads | 2 years |
Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy policy and is used only for aggregate reporting. We have IP anonymization enabled, which prevents individual IP addresses from being stored.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some features on our website load content from third parties, which may set their own cookies:
- Google Fonts β serves typography; does not set cookies but may log IP address for abuse prevention
- Leaflet / OpenStreetMap / CARTO β serves interactive maps; may set cookies for map preferences
We do not control these third-party cookies. If you have concerns, review the privacy policies of these providers directly.
6. Managing Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies:
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our site, a cookie banner lets you accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored in localStorage and honored on future visits.
To change your choice, clear your browser's localStorage for our site, or contact us and we can walk you through the process.
Browser Settings
All major browsers let you block or delete cookies. Here's how to access those settings:
- Chrome β Settings β Privacy and security β Cookies and other site data
- Firefox β Settings β Privacy & Security β Cookies and Site Data
- Safari β Preferences β Privacy β Manage Website Data
- Edge β Settings β Cookies and site permissions β Manage and delete cookies
Effects of Disabling Cookies
If you block all cookies, some features of our site may not work properly:
- The cookie banner may reappear on every visit
- The appointment booking system may not preserve your progress between pages
- Map functionality may be degraded
Essential cookies cannot be disabled without breaking functionality, but they contain no tracking or personal data.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers send "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites. Because there is currently no industry-standard interpretation of DNT, our website does not respond to DNT signals.
However, our cookie banner gives you direct control over tracking cookies β which is more effective than DNT anyway.
8. Policy Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the technologies we use or applicable regulations. When we make material changes:
- We update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- We post a notice on our homepage
- We reset cookie consent preferences, so you'll be asked again
9. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (512) 577-5052
- Mail: SecureVista Tech LLC, Attn: Privacy, 305 W 45th St, Austin, TX 78751
For full details on how we handle personal information generally, see our Privacy Policy.