Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and improve your experience
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (only with your consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
- Cookie consent preferences
- Session management
- Security features
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We may use services such as:
- Google Analytics - to analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Other analytics tools - to improve our services
Note: These cookies are only placed with your explicit consent.
3.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. We may use various advertising platforms to show relevant ads (only with consent).
Note: These cookies are only placed with your explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the third-party's privacy policy for more information:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
5.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Delete existing cookies
Please note that blocking cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
5.3 Opt-Out Links
- Google Analytics: Opt-out of Google Analytics
6. Data Collected Through Cookies
The data we collect through cookies may include:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website addresses
- Interactions with website features
This data is used to improve our website, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized experiences. For more information about how we use your data, please see our Privacy Policy.
7. Cookie Retention
Cookies are stored on your device for different periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically up to 2 years) or until you delete them
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@elmwaterai.com
- Contact Form: Visit our contact page