Cookie Policy

Last Updated: August 1, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Domain ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website domain.info (the "Site"). By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

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 the website owners.

Cookies allow the Site to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions, enabling us to improve your experience on our platform.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.

Examples:

  • Authentication cookies to identify you when you log in
  • Security cookies to protect against fraudulent activity
  • Load balancing cookies to distribute traffic efficiently

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. This helps us improve the performance and design of our Site.

Information collected includes:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Links clicked and navigation patterns
  • Error messages encountered
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and screen resolution

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on content.

Examples:

  • Remembering your login details
  • Storing your language preferences
  • Customizing content based on your selections
  • Remembering changes you have made to text size or fonts

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver content more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver targeted advertising or to limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They also help us measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

These cookies may:

  • Track your browsing habits across different websites
  • Build a profile of your interests
  • Deliver advertisements relevant to your preferences
  • Measure advertising campaign performance

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality.

Third-party services may include:

  • Analytics providers to help us understand Site usage
  • Advertising networks to deliver relevant advertisements
  • Social media platforms to enable content sharing
  • Payment processors to handle transactions securely
  • Video hosting services to deliver educational content

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites over time. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties.

Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help us track your movement from page to page so you are not asked for information you have already provided during the current session.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences for future visits.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

  • Enabling you to navigate the Site and use its features
  • Recognizing you when you return to the Site
  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Analyzing how the Site is used and performing analytics
  • Improving Site performance and user experience
  • Personalizing content and recommendations
  • Delivering relevant advertisements
  • Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
  • Protecting against fraudulent activity and security threats
  • Facilitating payment processing and transactions

Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Browser Controls

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

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all or specific cookies from being set
  • Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the Site and may affect your user experience.

Opt-Out Options

For performance and advertising cookies, you may opt out through the following methods:

  • Adjusting your preferences in our cookie consent banner when you first visit the Site
  • Visiting third-party opt-out platforms provided by advertising networks
  • Enabling "Do Not Track" settings in your browser
  • Contacting us directly to request cookie restrictions

Cookies We Use

Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our Site:

Cookie Name Purpose Type Duration
session_id Maintains your session while browsing the Site Essential Session
user_auth Remembers your login credentials Essential 30 days
preferences Stores your site preferences and settings Functionality 1 year
analytics_id Tracks site usage and visitor behavior Analytics 2 years
ad_tracking Delivers personalized advertisements Advertising 90 days
language Remembers your language preference Functionality 1 year
consent_status Records your cookie consent choices Essential 1 year

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:

Web Beacons

Web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) are small graphic images placed on web pages or in emails. They work in conjunction with cookies to understand user behavior and measure the effectiveness of our communications.

Local Storage

Local storage allows us to store data locally on your browser. Unlike cookies, local storage data does not expire and is not transmitted to our servers with every request. We use local storage to enhance performance and store user preferences.

Device Fingerprinting

We may collect information about your device, including browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and installed plugins. This information helps us optimize the Site for different devices and detect fraudulent activity.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies and personal data collected through cookies:

  • The right to withdraw consent to cookie usage at any time
  • The right to access information about cookies stored on your device
  • The right to request deletion of cookies and associated data
  • The right to object to certain types of cookie usage
  • The right to receive information about our cookie practices

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Domain
Matawinie Regional County Municipality, Quebec J0K 1M0, Canada
Phone: +12049873322
Email: [email protected]

Additional Information

For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. For information about the terms governing your use of our Site and services, please review our Terms of Service.