Cookie Policy

How we use cookies to improve your website experience

Last updated: January 1, 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site. Cookies do not contain any personally identifiable information and cannot harm your device.

How We Use Cookies

AFC Carpet Services uses cookies for several purposes:

  • To ensure our website functions properly
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • To improve our services and user experience
  • To provide personalized content when appropriate

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, form submission, and security. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate correctly.

Examples: Session management, security tokens, form data retention

Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us remember your preferences and provide enhanced functionality. They improve your user experience by remembering choices you make and personalizing your visit.

Examples: Language preferences, region settings, accessibility options

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website. This data helps us understand user behavior, identify popular content, and improve our services. All information is collected anonymously.

Examples: Page views, time spent on site, bounce rate, traffic sources

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over which cookies you accept. You can manage your preferences in several ways:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to accept all cookies, select specific types, or decline optional cookies.

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Browser-Specific Instructions

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or embedded content that may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Cookie Retention

Different types of cookies are stored for different periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 1-12 months)
  • Preference Cookies: Stored until you change your settings or clear your browser data

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:

  • Reduced website functionality
  • Need to re-enter information on each visit
  • Less personalized experience
  • Difficulty with form submissions

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website operation.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

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

AFC Carpet Services

2865 Dunleigh Dr

Phone: (410) 257-1924

Email: zanebecker@carpafcsrvce.com