Effective Date: February 12, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Quorela ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://quorela.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use the website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Provide personalized content
- Analyze website traffic and performance
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, security, and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| qu_consent | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| PHPSESSID | Maintains session state | Session |
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 and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| qu_preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| qu_language | Stores language preference | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third-party providers that may set cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the website. The cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors, where visitors came from, and the pages they visited.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
We use CDN services to deliver website content efficiently. These services may set cookies to ensure optimal performance and security.
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Website Functionality: To ensure the website works correctly and efficiently
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
- Security: To detect and prevent security threats and unauthorized access
- Performance: To monitor and improve website speed and performance
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
Your consent preferences are stored in a cookie (qu_consent) so that we remember your choices on future visits.
6. Managing and Controlling Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically:
- View which cookies are stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
To manage cookies in your browser, visit:
Opt-Out Options
Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website:
- Some features may not function correctly
- Your preferences may not be saved
- You may need to log in more frequently
- The website may load more slowly
7. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
Web Beacons
Web beacons (also called pixels or clear GIFs) are tiny graphics with unique identifiers used to track user activity and measure website effectiveness.
Local Storage
We may use HTML5 local storage to store information locally on your device for improved performance and functionality.
Session Storage
Session storage temporarily stores information during your browsing session and is deleted when you close your browser.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that signal to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how to respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Quorela
5318 44 Ave
Taber, AB T1G 1B5
Canada
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 403-968-8620