Introduction
Dental Associates of Summerville, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.oldtrolleydental.net (the "Website"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
By accessing or using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not consent to our use of cookies, you should disable cookies or refrain from using our Website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Recognize you when you return to the website
- Understand how you navigate and use the website
- Improve website performance and functionality
- Provide personalized content and advertising
Similar technologies used on our Website include web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies and are subject to this Cookie Policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:
1. Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They enable core functionality such as:
- Session Management: Cookies that maintain your logged-in state and remember items in your shopping cart or form data.
- Security: Cookies that help detect and prevent fraudulent activities and protect against security threats.
- Cookie Consent: Cookies that remember your cookie preferences and consent choices.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
| session_id |
Maintains your session state |
Session |
2. Analytics/Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our Website, allowing us to improve its performance and user experience. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
- Usage Statistics: We collect anonymous data about page views, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
- Performance Monitoring: We track website loading times and error reports to optimize performance.
- Device Information: We collect information about browser types, screen resolutions, and device types to ensure compatibility.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| _ga |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
2 years |
| _ga_* |
Google Analytics - maintains session state |
2 years |
| _gid |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
24 hours |
For more information about Google Analytics cookies and how they work, visit: Google Privacy Policy.
3. Marketing/Advertising Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. These cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners.
- Ad Personalization: Cookies that help deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests.
- Conversion Tracking: Cookies that track whether you took an action after seeing an advertisement.
- Retargeting: Cookies that allow us to show you relevant ads on other websites.
Marketing cookies are only set with your explicit consent. You can opt out of marketing cookies at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preferences tool.
4. Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization on our Website:
- Preference Storage: Cookies that remember your preferences such as language settings, font size, and display options.
- Language Preferences: Cookies that remember your selected language for future visits.
- Accessibility Settings: Cookies that store your accessibility preferences.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| language_pref |
Stores your language preference |
1 year |
| font_size |
Remembers your font size preference |
6 months |
Third-Party Cookies
We allow certain third parties to set cookies on our Website for the following purposes:
Google Services
We use Google Analytics and Google Ads on our Website. Google may set cookies to:
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Provide personalized advertising
Google's cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Payment Processors
If you make a payment through our Website, our payment processors may set cookies to:
- Process and verify transactions
- Prevent fraudulent activities
- Remember payment preferences
Social Media Plugins
Our Website may contain social media plugins that may set cookies when you interact with them. These cookies are governed by the respective social media platforms' privacy policies.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be classified based on their duration:
Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device until you close your web browser. They are used to:
- Maintain your session during a single visit
- Store temporary form data
- Track your progress through multi-step processes
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted. They are used to:
- Remember your preferences across visits
- Keep you logged in (if applicable)
- Analyze long-term website usage patterns
The duration of each persistent cookie varies and is specified in the cookie tables above.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or specific types
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Allow cookies from specific websites only
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All Cookies: Enable all cookie categories
- Decline Non-Essential Cookies: Only essential cookies will be enabled
- Manage Preferences: Choose which cookie categories to enable
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using these tools:
How to Opt-Out
If you wish to opt out of our use of cookies, you have the following options:
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to reject all cookies or specific types of cookies.
- Cookie Consent Banner: Click "Decline" when prompted for cookie consent, or use the "Manage Preferences" option to disable specific cookie categories.
- Third-Party Opt-Outs: Use the opt-out tools provided by third-party services listed above.
- Contact Us: Contact us directly to request that we stop using cookies on your device.
Please note: Opting out of cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Website and may result in a less personalized experience.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, legal requirements, or best practices. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Significant changes will be communicated through our Website or other appropriate means
- We may request your renewed consent if required by applicable law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies and provide you with meaningful control over your data.
- ePrivacy Directive: We comply with EU requirements for cookie consent and transparency.
- Google Ads Policy: We use cookies in accordance with Google's advertising policies, including providing appropriate disclosures and obtaining user consent.
- Microsoft Ads Policy: We comply with Microsoft Advertising policies regarding user consent and data collection.
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): We provide California residents with the ability to opt out of the sale of personal information.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing transparency about our data practices. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.