Last Updated: July 1, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files 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.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your experience on our site
- Provide relevant content and features
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management
- Security authentication
- Load balancing
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Cookie consent preferences
- Display preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation patterns
- Error messages encountered
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant content and advertising. They may be set by third-party advertising partners.
Examples:
- Targeted advertising
- Campaign effectiveness measurement
- Social media sharing
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties may include:
- Analytics providers
- Social media platforms
- Payment processors
- Content delivery networks
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their cookie practices.
Cookie Duration
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate between pages.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences across multiple visits.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save certain preferences and functional data on your device. This includes:
- Cookie consent preferences
- Form data for improved user experience
- Session state information
Local storage data remains on your device until explicitly cleared and is not transmitted to our servers.
Managing Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, we display a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved and the banner will not appear again unless you clear your browser data.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
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 > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain cookies through industry opt-out platforms:
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
Impact of Blocking Cookies
Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Potential impacts include:
- Inability to save preferences
- Limited website functionality
- Need to re-enter information on each visit
- Less personalized content
Essential cookies are necessary for core functionality, and blocking them may prevent you from using parts of our website.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want your online activities tracked. We respect these signals and adjust our tracking accordingly when technically feasible.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Check this page regularly for updates. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when changes were last made.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
stone-quartz
347 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H6
Canada
Email: [email protected]