Last Updated: 04 November 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how we use these tools and applies to all websites (collectively referred to as the “Website”) associated with Ascend Data Solutions Inc., including Studio Ascend (“Ascend,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
Cookie Policy for Ascend Data Solutions and Studio Ascend
We use cookies and similar tools (e.g., pixels, tags, or beacons) (collectively referred to as “cookies”) on our website to improve its functionality and enhance your user experience as defined under privacy regulations like the EU Directive on Privacy in Electronic Communications, PIPEDA, and GDPR.
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small piece of data stored on your device by a website. It helps websites remember your preferences, settings, and interactions over time to enhance your experience.
Most modern browsers support cookies, but you have the ability to manage your cookie preferences, including blocking or deleting them through your browser settings.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website, Ascend Privacy, and to understand how you interact with our content. Cookies help us remember your language and other preferences, so you don’t have to set them again on future visits. We may also use cookies for location tracking, to show you relevant content, and for analytics to measure website performance.
In addition, cookies help us deliver targeted content and advertisements by tracking user behaviour across our website. We may use this information for “re-marketing” our services to you on other platforms.
Types of Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
Our website sets these and is mainly used for basic site functionality, like remembering your location and language preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are placed by third parties such as service providers, partners, or advertisers. They may be necessary to display forms or to track advertising and website performance. For instance, third-party cookies may be involved when you submit a form or watch a video embedded from another platform.
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser. They maintain session data and ensure the website functions properly during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device after your browsing session ends. Persistent cookies allow us to remember your preferences for future visits and help us analyze your usage patterns to improve website functionality and target advertising.
How do we use cookies for advertising?
We use cookies and technologies such as web beacons and pixels to show you relevant advertisements based on your interests. These tools also help us gather audit data, perform research, and measure the effectiveness of our ads. While we do not use cookies to create a personal profile of your online activity on third-party websites, we may use aggregated data from third parties to deliver interest-based advertising. You can manage your preferences or opt out of personalized ads by adjusting your cookie settings.
Third-Party Cookies
Some functions on our website involve third-party providers, such as embedded videos or links to platforms like YouTube. These third-party services may also place cookies on your device, and we recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more information.
How to manage or delete cookies
You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings or the cookie preferences option on our website. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can change these settings to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking cookies may affect your user experience, and some website functions may not work as intended.
For more detailed information on controlling cookies, you can visit allaboutcookies.org. By using our website without changing your cookie settings, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Third-Party Cookies We Use
We use a variety of third-party cookies to improve the functionality and performance of our website and enhance your experience. These cookies come from trusted providers of web design, graphic illustration, and cloud architecture services. Below is a list of vital third-party cookies and their use on our website.
| Cookie | Description | Opt-Out or Privacy Policy Link |
|---|
| Google Analytics | Collects aggregated usage information to improve site experience and performance. | Opt-Out |
| Essential WordPress | Necessary for site functionality, manages user sessions, preferences, and core functionalities. | WordPress Privacy Policy |
| Used to track engagement with LinkedIn campaigns and personalized content. Enables content sharing. | Opt-Out |
| YouTube | Cookies set when viewing embedded YouTube videos, tracking viewing behavior. | Opt-Out |
| Cloudflare | Ensures site security and performance, managing network traffic and improving load times. | Cloudflare Privacy Policy |
| Adobe Fonts | Loads fonts on the website, tracking which fonts are displayed in the user’s browser. | Adobe Privacy Policy |
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Ensures cloud infrastructure, security, and site performance. AWS cookies help maintain efficient site operation. | AWS Privacy Notice |
| Matomo Analytics | Open-source alternative to Google Analytics, used to securely and privately collect user experience data, anonymized where possible. | Opt-Out |
| Cookie Consent | Used to remember the user’s choice on accepting or rejecting cookies, essential for GDPR/CCPA compliance. | N/A |
| Language Preference Cookie | Maintains the user’s language preference for improved site experience, without additional tracking. | N/A |
You can manage or block third-party cookies through your browser settings or using cookie preference options on our website. Blocking cookies may limit certain website functionalities, such as displaying content from third-party providers.
Last updated: November 2024