Cookie Policy

At Elevating Empires, we are committed to providing a transparent and user-friendly online experience. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website [insert website URL, e.g., www.elevatingempires.com] to enhance your browsing experience, improve our services, and deliver relevant content. This policy applies to all visitors to our website and is part of our commitment to complying with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you opt out or adjust your cookie preferences as outlined below. This policy may be updated periodically, and the latest version will always be available on our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into how users interact with the site. Cookies may be “session cookies” (which expire when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, or tags to collect information about how you use our website.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly, such as enabling navigation, securing access to certain areas, and ensuring core features work as intended.
Performance and Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors use our website, allowing us to analyse traffic, track page performance, and improve the user experience. For example, we may use these cookies to identify popular pages or detect technical issues.
Functionality Cookies: These enable us to remember your preferences (e.g., language settings or login details) to provide a more personalised experience.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies: These allow us to deliver relevant advertisements and content tailored to your interests, both on our website and on third-party platforms. They may also track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

Types of Cookies We Use

Below is a summary of the types of cookies we use on our website:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, such as page navigation and access to secure areas. These cannot be disabled as they are critical to the operation of the site.
Google Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymised data about how visitors interact with our website, such as page views, time spent on the site, and referral sources. This helps us optimise our content and improve user experience.
Social Media Cookies: These are set by third-party social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) when you interact with embedded content, such as social media buttons or videos, on our website.
Advertising Cookies: These are used by us or our advertising partners to deliver targeted ads based on your browsing behaviour and interests, either on our website or across other platforms.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality or deliver targeted content.

For example:

Analytics Providers: Tools like Google Analytics set cookies to collect anonymised data about website usage.
Social Media Platforms: When you interact with social media features (e.g., sharing buttons or embedded posts), platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok may set cookies to track engagement.
Advertising Partners: Third-party ad networks may set cookies to deliver personalised advertisements or measure campaign performance.

We ensure that any third parties we work with adhere to strict data protection standards. However, we do not control the cookies set by these third parties, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy policies for more information.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control how cookies are used on our website through the following options:

Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or customise your cookie preferences. You can revisit these settings at any time via the cookie settings link on our website [insert link to cookie settings, if applicable].
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block, delete, or restrict cookies, though this may affect the functionality of our website. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit:
Opting Out of Targeted Advertising: You can opt out of interest-based advertising through tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out portal or Your Online Choices.

Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our website.

How Long Do We Store Cookies?

The duration that cookies remain on your device depends on their type:

Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period (e.g., days, months, or years) or until you manually delete them. The specific expiry period is determined by the cookie’s purpose and is outlined in our cookie settings.

Your Personal Information and Cookies

Some cookies may collect personal information, such as your IP address or browsing behaviour, particularly when used for analytics or advertising purposes. Any personal information collected via cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy https://www.elevatingempires.com/privacypolicy, which outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our website’s functionality. The latest version will always be available on our website, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:

Email: info@elevatingempires.com

Website: www.elevatingempires.com

We are committed to addressing your queries promptly and ensuring transparency in how we manage cookies and your data.