Cookies Policy

Last Updated: November 12, 2026

1. 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.

2. How We Use Cookies

Basin-beacon uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand visitor behavior. We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Session management
Security and authentication
Cookie consent preferences

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's functionality and content.

Page visit tracking
User journey analysis
Error tracking and debugging
Traffic source identification

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

Language preferences
Display settings
Form auto-completion

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 First-Party Cookies

These are cookies set directly by Basin-beacon. We use them to remember your preferences and provide a better user experience.

3.2 Session Cookies

These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They help us maintain your session as you navigate through our website.

3.3 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.

4. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save certain preferences and settings. This includes:

Cookie consent choices
User interface preferences
Form data for improved user experience

5. Cookie Duration

The cookies we use have varying lifespans:

Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Typically stored for 30 days to 12 months, depending on their purpose

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved and the banner will not appear again unless you clear your browser data.

6.2 Browser Settings

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

View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
Block third-party cookies
Block cookies from specific websites
Block all cookies
Delete all cookies when you close your browser

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Specifically:

You may need to re-enter information each time you visit
Some pages may not display correctly
Personalization features will not work
We will not be able to remember your cookie preferences

8. Third-Party Cookies

We do not currently use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. However, embedded content from other websites (such as videos or social media) may set their own cookies. We have no control over these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date.

10. Your Consent

By using our website and accepting cookies through our cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and adjusting your cookie preferences.

11. More Information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance Statement.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Basin-beacon
485 Waterfront Boulevard
Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2R8
Canada
Email: [email protected]