Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit to improve your browsing experience.
How We Use Cookies
Master Tire & Auto Svc. uses cookies for several purposes:
- To ensure our website functions properly
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how visitors use our website
- To improve our website's performance and user experience
- To provide relevant content and advertisements
- To remember your cookie preferences
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
- Load balancing cookies
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
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 user experience.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies
- Page view tracking
- Site performance monitoring
- Error reporting
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Region selection
- Customized content
- Form data retention
Duration: Up to 1 year
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Examples:
- Google Ads cookies
- Facebook Pixel
- Retargeting cookies
- Advertising preference cookies
Duration: Up to 1 year
Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party cookies from trusted partners to enhance your experience:
Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website usage statistics
- Google Ads: Advertising and remarketing
- Google Maps: Location services and maps
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
- Twitter: Social sharing features
- LinkedIn: Professional networking integration
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, cookie management may be found in:
- iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
- Android Chrome: Chrome menu > Settings > Site Settings > Cookies
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable certain cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Contact forms may not work correctly
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Website performance may be affected
- You may see less relevant content
- Some interactive features may be unavailable
Cookie Duration
Cookies we use have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- Secure Cookies: Only transmitted over HTTPS connections
- HttpOnly Cookies: Not accessible via JavaScript for security
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:
- Encryption of sensitive cookie data
- Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and monitoring
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last Modified" date
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Requesting renewed consent where required
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Our legal basis for using cookies depends on the type:
- Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest in website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Your consent or legitimate interest
- Marketing Cookies: Your explicit consent
- Functionality Cookies: Your consent or legitimate interest
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party cookie providers may process data outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:
- Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
- Standard contractual clauses
- Provider certification programs
- Other approved transfer mechanisms
Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: mohamedvilla@muffexhrepair.com
- Phone: (731) 285-9010
- Address: 1960 Saint John Ave, United States
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
- About Cookies: www.aboutcookies.org
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.eu
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: www.digitaladvertisingalliance.org
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 15, 2025.