This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on the website shippingharbor.com (referred to as the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
- What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies help us make your experience on our Site more efficient, and they also help us improve our services by tracking how you interact with the Site.
Cookies serve various purposes, including remembering your login credentials, tracking how you navigate the Site, and offering content that is more relevant to your preferences.
There are two main types of cookies:
- First-Party Cookies: These are set by the website you’re visiting (in this case, shippingharbor.com).
- Third-Party Cookies: These are set by external services or advertisers who provide functionality, such as analytics or advertising networks.
- How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a variety of reasons to enhance the user experience, ensure the proper functioning of the Site, and optimize our services. Below are the primary uses of cookies on our Site:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are required for the basic functioning of the Site. Without them, essential features such as logging in, securing transactions, and other core functionalities would not work.
- Example: A cookie that keeps you logged into your account while you navigate the Site.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to collect data on how visitors use the Site, such as which pages are most visited or where users encounter errors. This helps us improve the overall performance and usability of the Site.
- Example: Google Analytics cookies that track how users interact with the Site, such as time spent on each page.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the Site to remember choices you’ve made (such as your region, language preference, or login credentials) and provide a more personalized experience. These cookies can also be used to store settings you’ve chosen, such as the currency or display options.
- Example: A cookie that remembers your language preference for future visits.
- Advertising/Targeting Cookies: These cookies track your browsing behavior to deliver more relevant advertisements to you across the web. They help advertisers understand your interests and tailor ads accordingly. We may partner with third-party advertisers who use cookies for targeted advertising.
- Example: Facebook or Google ads cookies that show you relevant advertisements based on your browsing activity.
- Types of Cookies We Use
Different cookies serve different purposes and have different lifetimes. Here are the key categories of cookies we use:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted from your device once you close your browser. Session cookies are essential for things like keeping you logged in during your visit, or tracking actions on the Site during that session.
- Example: A cookie that ensures your shopping cart remains intact while browsing.
- Persistent Cookies: Unlike session cookies, persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period after you leave the Site. These cookies are used to store login information, preferences, or settings so you don’t have to re-enter them each time you return to the Site.
- Example: A cookie that remembers your login credentials for quicker access on future visits.
- Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are placed by external services (like Google, Facebook, or other third-party services) that are integrated into the Site. These cookies may collect information about your browsing habits for purposes such as analytics or advertising.
- Example: A third-party cookie from an analytics service like Google Analytics to track how visitors interact with the Site.
- Managing Cookies
You have the ability to control and manage cookies through your browser settings. You can set your browser to block or delete cookies, but please note that some parts of the Site may not work properly without them.
Each browser has different steps for cookie management, but the general instructions are as follows:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
You may also use the browser's "Do Not Track" feature to prevent tracking by third parties, though this might not affect first-party cookies from the Site itself.
- Third-Party Links
The Site may include links to third-party websites, services, or applications that use cookies. These third-party sites have their own cookie policies and privacy practices, and we are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their cookie and privacy policies for more details on how they use cookies.
For example, if you click on an advertisement or a link to an external website, that website may set its own cookies.
- Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update or modify this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When changes are made, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy, or if you would like more information on how we use cookies, please feel free to contact us at:
Email: support@shippingharbor.com
Phone: +1 (956) 588-2148
Address: 2450 Courage St, STE 101, Brownsville, TX 78521
Last update: Jan 09, 2025