Cookie Policy

How we use cookies on our website

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies enable websites to remember your preferences and provide a more personalized browsing experience. They can also help website owners understand how visitors use their site, allowing for improvements to content and functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

Essential Cookies

Essential 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.

Examples:

  • Session management cookies that keep you logged in
  • Security tokens that protect against unauthorized access
  • Cookie consent preference storage

These cookies cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous statistical data about website usage, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and how visitors arrived at our site.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (if enabled)
  • Page view tracking
  • User journey analysis

We use this information to improve our website and services. These cookies are optional and can be disabled.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember choices you make (such as your language preference or theme selection) and provide improved, more personalized features.

Examples:

  • Remembering form data you have entered
  • Language or regional preferences
  • Accessibility settings

These cookies are optional and can be disabled.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

  • FormSubmit.co: Used for processing contact form submissions. FormSubmit.co may use cookies to prevent spam and abuse. For more information, see their website.
  • Google Maps: Used to display our location on the contact page. Google may set cookies when you interact with the embedded map. See Google's Privacy Policy for more information.

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for information about their cookie practices.

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either "session cookies" or "persistent cookies":

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session during a single visit.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

The specific duration of each cookie varies:

  • Essential cookies: Session duration
  • Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
  • Functional cookies: Up to 1 year
  • Cookie consent preference: 1 year

How to Manage Cookies

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 cookies or only third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for certain websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Our Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to:

  • Accept All: Accepts all cookies including analytics and functional cookies
  • Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
  • Customize: Choose which types of optional cookies you want to accept

Your preference is stored for one year. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies or contacting us.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to block or delete cookies:

  • Essential website functions will still work
  • Some features may not function properly
  • You may need to re-enter information
  • We will not be able to remember your preferences
  • We will not collect analytics data about your visit

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

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

Brian Winters Electric, LLC
55 Stonegate Dr
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Phone: +1 (217) 565-8676
Email: [email protected]