Bacardo Cookie Policy
Welcome to Bacardo's Cookie Policy! This policy outlines how we use cookies on our website and explains your choices regarding their use. Cookies are important for improving your browsing experience, but we understand the importance of transparency and giving you control over your privacy preferences. Please take a moment to review this policy. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for choosing Bacardo!
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Introduction to Cookie Policy
Welcome to Bacardo's Cookie Policy! This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use when you visit our website.
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What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to website owners about how visitors interact with the site.
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Why do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for various purposes, including:
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Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
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Analytical Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve the user experience and tailor our content to better meet your needs.
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Functional Cookies: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization of the website. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
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Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may be used by advertising networks to track your browsing activity across different websites.
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Your Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can control and manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that blocking certain types of cookies may impact your experience on our website.
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Updates to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates.
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If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.
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Thank you for visiting Bacardo!
Types of Cookies
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Cookies can be categorized based on their lifespan and the purposes they serve. The most common types of cookies include:
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Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They track your activities during a single browsing session and are essential for certain website features to function properly.
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Persistent Cookies: Unlike session cookies, persistent cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser. They have a specified expiration date and are stored until that date or until manually deleted. Persistent cookies remember your preferences and settings across multiple browsing sessions.
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First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you are visiting, first-party cookies enhance your user experience by storing information such as preferences and login credentials. They are essential for the website to function properly.
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Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by domains other than the one you are visiting. Commonly used for tracking and advertising, third-party cookies allow advertisers to collect data about your browsing behavior across different websites. They may also provide social media features or embedded content from external sources.
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Analytical Cookies: Used to gather information about how visitors interact with a website, such as pages visited, time spent on each page, and links clicked. This data is analyzed to improve the website's performance and user experience.
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Marketing Cookies: These cookies track users across websites and display targeted advertisements based on their interests and browsing behavior. Advertisers use them to deliver personalized content and promotions to users likely to be interested in their products or services.
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It's important to note that some cookies may fall into multiple categories, and the specific types used on a website may vary depending on its functionality and the preferences of its operators. Understanding these categories helps you make informed decisions about your privacy settings and cookie preferences.
Purpose of Cookies
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Cookies serve several purposes to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content and services. Some common purposes of cookies include:
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Essential Functionality: Many cookies are essential for the proper functioning of websites and online services. They enable basic features such as page navigation, user authentication, and access to secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function correctly.
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Preferences and Settings: Cookies can store information about your preferences and settings, allowing websites to customize your experience based on your preferences. For example, cookies may remember your language preference, font size, or region, ensuring that you have a consistent and personalized browsing experience each time you visit the website.
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Personalization: Cookies are commonly used to personalize content and advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior. By tracking your interactions with the website, cookies can deliver targeted content, promotions, and recommendations that are tailored to your preferences. This personalization enhances your overall browsing experience and makes it more relevant and engaging.
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Analytics and Performance: Cookies are used to collect data about how visitors interact with websites, including which pages they visit, how long they stay on each page, and the actions they take. This information is then analyzed to improve the website's performance, optimize its design and content, and identify areas for enhancement. Cookies also help website owners understand their audience and make informed decisions about marketing strategies and website improvements.
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Advertising: Cookies play a crucial role in online advertising by tracking users' browsing behavior across different websites and platforms. This data is used to deliver targeted advertisements to users who are most likely to be interested in the advertiser's products or services. By serving relevant ads to specific audiences, cookies help advertisers maximize the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and increase their return on investment.
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Security: Cookies can enhance the security of websites by detecting and preventing fraudulent activities, unauthorized access, and other security threats. For example, cookies may be used to authenticate users, verify their identity, and protect sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By maintaining a secure browsing environment, cookies help protect both users and website owners from potential risks and vulnerabilities.
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Overall, cookies play a crucial role in optimizing website functionality, improving user experience, and enabling personalized content and services. However, it's essential to be aware of how cookies are used and to understand your options for managing and controlling them to protect your privacy and security while browsing the web.
Third-Party Cookies
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In addition to the cookies set by our website, third-party cookies may also be placed on your device when you visit our site. Third-party cookies are cookies that are set by domains other than the one you are visiting directly. These cookies are typically used for advertising and analytics purposes and are controlled by third-party service providers.
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Third-party cookies allow these service providers to track your browsing behavior across multiple websites and gather information about your interests and preferences. They may use this information to display targeted advertisements or analyze website traffic patterns.
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For example, we may use third-party cookies from advertising networks to display personalized ads based on your browsing history or from analytics providers to track website usage statistics.
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It's important to note that we have no control over third-party cookies, and their use is subject to the privacy policies of the third-party service providers. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these providers to understand how they collect and use your data.
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You can manage or disable third-party cookies through your browser settings or by using opt-out mechanisms provided by the third-party service providers. However, please be aware that disabling third-party cookies may affect your browsing experience and the functionality of certain features on our website.
Cookie Consent
Cookie consent refers to the process of obtaining permission from website visitors before setting cookies on their devices. This consent is typically obtained through a cookie consent banner or pop-up that informs users about the use of cookies on the website and provides options for managing cookie preferences.
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When you visit our website, you may encounter a cookie consent banner or pop-up that explains the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This banner or pop-up allows you to either accept all cookies, decline all cookies except essential ones, or customize your cookie settings based on your preferences.
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By providing clear and prominent information about cookies and obtaining consent from users, we aim to ensure transparency and respect user privacy preferences. Cookie consent is an important aspect of compliance with data protection regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which require websites to obtain explicit consent from users before setting non-essential cookies.
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We take your privacy seriously and are committed to providing you with clear information about our use of cookies and giving you control over your cookie preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about cookie consent or our use of cookies, please feel free to contact us. We're here to help!
Cookie Management
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Cookie management refers to the process of controlling and managing cookies stored on your device when you visit websites. As a user, you have the ability to manage your cookie preferences and settings to control how cookies are used and stored.
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Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings or preferences. You can typically access these settings by navigating to the privacy or security section of your browser's settings. From there, you can choose to block or delete cookies, as well as set preferences for how cookies are handled.
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Cookie Consent Tools: Many websites provide cookie consent tools or settings that allow you to manage your cookie preferences directly on the site. These tools may include options to accept or decline certain types of cookies, as well as to customize your cookie settings based on your preferences.
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Third-Party Tools: There are also third-party tools and browser extensions available that can help you manage cookies across multiple websites. These tools may offer more advanced features for controlling cookies and tracking across the web.
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Opt-Out Mechanisms: Some cookies, particularly those used for advertising and tracking purposes, may offer opt-out mechanisms that allow you to opt out of being tracked by certain third-party services. These opt-out mechanisms are typically provided by the third-party service providers themselves and may require you to visit their websites to opt out.
It's important to note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your browsing experience and functionality on certain websites. Some websites may rely on cookies for essential functions such as authentication, session management, and personalized content delivery. Therefore, it's recommended to review and understand the implications of your cookie settings before making changes.
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If you have any questions or concerns about cookie management or your privacy rights, please feel free to contact us. We're here to help!
Changes to Cookie Policy
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At Bacardo, we are committed to ensuring transparency and clarity regarding our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. As such, we may occasionally update or modify our Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or in applicable laws and regulations.
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When we make changes to our Cookie Policy, we will notify you through appropriate means, such as by posting a notice on our website or by sending you a direct notification.
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It's important to review our Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website after any changes to the Cookie Policy have been made, you acknowledge and agree to the updated policy. If you do not agree to the updated Cookie Policy, you may choose to adjust your cookie settings or discontinue the use of our website.
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If you have any questions or concerns about changes to our Cookie Policy, please feel free to contact us. We're here to help clarify any information and address any issues you may have. Your privacy and trust are of the utmost importance to us, and we are committed to providing you with clear and transparent information about our cookie practices.
Contact Us
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If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding our Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please don't hesitate to contact us. We value your privacy and are committed to providing you with clear and transparent information about our cookie practices. Here are the ways you can reach out to us:
Email: For general inquiries or questions related to our Cookie Policy, you can email us at bacardofoundation@gmail.com.
Online Contact Form: Alternatively, you can use the online contact form available on our website to submit your questions or feedback directly to us. Simply visit our website and navigate to the Contact Us page to access the contact form.
We strive to respond to all inquiries and requests in a timely manner and appreciate your patience as we address your concerns. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we're here to assist you with any questions or issues you may have regarding our Cookie Policy or any other aspect of our website.
