Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Aspect Partners LLC ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at aspectpartners.net. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

This Cookie Policy is part of our overall privacy practices. For information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.

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

• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created them.
• Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help you navigate the website during a single session.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage to collect information about your browsing activities.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies we use based on their purpose and necessity. Below is a detailed explanation of each category:

3.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.

Essential cookies we use include:

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website and services. These cookies are optional and require your consent.

Analytics cookies we may use:

3.3 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are used to display relevant and engaging advertisements. These cookies are optional and require your consent.

We currently do not use marketing cookies on our website. If we implement marketing cookies in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent before using them.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use these services to enhance website functionality and analyze website usage. Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers.

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"), to help us understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• How you arrived at our website (referral source)
• What you click on while using our website
• Technical information about your device and browser
• Your approximate geographic location based on IP address

Google uses this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit the Google Privacy Policy.

4.2 FormSubmit

We use FormSubmit (formsubmit.co) to process contact form submissions. When you submit our contact form, FormSubmit may set cookies to process your request. FormSubmit does not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes.

For more information, please review the FormSubmit Privacy Policy.

4.3 Google Maps

If we embed Google Maps on our website, Google may set cookies to provide map functionality. These cookies may collect information about your use of the map feature.

For information about Google's data practices, please review the Google Privacy Policy.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies on our website:

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

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

• Accept All: Accept all cookies, including analytics and marketing cookies (if applicable)
• Reject All: Reject all non-essential cookies and only allow essential cookies
• Customize: Choose which categories of cookies you wish to accept or reject

Your preferences will be stored in a cookie and remembered for future visits.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View what cookies are stored on your device and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies from all sites
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit.

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

You can also manage cookies on mobile devices through your mobile browser settings. The process varies depending on your device and browser. Please refer to your device's help documentation for specific instructions.

6. Cookie Consent Options

Our cookie consent banner provides you with granular control over your cookie preferences:

6.1 Accept All Cookies

By clicking "Accept All," you consent to our use of all cookies described in this policy, including:

• Essential cookies (always active)
• Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
• Marketing cookies (when implemented)

6.2 Reject All Cookies

By clicking "Reject All," you consent only to the use of essential cookies. We will not set any analytics or marketing cookies. This option ensures maximum privacy while allowing the website to function properly.

6.3 Customize Cookie Preferences

By clicking "Customize," you can selectively enable or disable each category of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Always enabled (cannot be disabled)
• Analytics Cookies: Optional - enable to help us improve our website
• Marketing Cookies: Optional - enable to receive personalized advertisements

7. Changing Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time. To update your preferences:

1. Look for the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
2. Click the link to reopen the cookie consent banner
3. Update your preferences and save your changes

Alternatively, you can clear your browser's cookies to reset your preferences. The next time you visit our website, you will see the cookie consent banner again.

Please note that changing your preferences may affect the functionality of our website. If you disable certain cookies, some features may not work as intended.

8. How to Delete Cookies

You can delete cookies that have been set on your device. Here's how to delete cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

1. Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
2. Select "Settings" > "Privacy and security" > "Cookies and other site data"
3. Click "See all cookies and site data"
4. Click "Remove all" to delete all cookies or find specific cookies to remove

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu button and select "Settings"
2. Select "Privacy & Security"
3. Under "Cookies and Site Data," click "Manage Data"
4. Select the cookies you want to remove or click "Remove All"

Safari

1. Click "Safari" in the menu bar and select "Preferences"
2. Click the "Privacy" tab
3. Click "Manage Website Data"
4. Select the websites you want to remove or click "Remove All"

Microsoft Edge

1. Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
2. Select "Settings" > "Cookies and site permissions"
3. Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data"
4. Click "See all cookies and site data" to remove specific cookies

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites not to track your online activity. There is no standard interpretation of Do Not Track signals, and our website may not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

However, we provide you with the ability to manage your cookie preferences through our consent banner and this policy.

10. Contact Information

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

For cookie-related inquiries specifically, please include "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in your email subject line.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated Cookie Policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

For significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we may provide additional notice, such as a prominent announcement on our website or by displaying the cookie consent banner again for you to review and update your preferences.