Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, enhance performance, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website operators.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons (also known as "pixels" or "clear GIFs"), local storage, and session storage. These technologies work in a similar manner to cookies and are used for the same purposes. In this Cookie Policy, we refer to all of these technologies collectively as "cookies."

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function correctly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, filling in forms, or using secure areas of the Platform. Without these cookies, the services you request cannot be provided.

• Session Cookies: Maintain your login state and session data as you navigate between pages. These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
• Authentication Cookies: Verify your identity and ensure secure access to your account
• Security Cookies: Help detect and prevent fraudulent activity, unauthorized access, and abuse of the Platform
• Cookie Consent Cookie: Stores your cookie preference choices so we do not ask you repeatedly

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform by collecting information about pages visited, time spent, traffic sources, and error messages. All data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymized where possible. We use this information to improve Platform performance and user experience.

• Google Analytics: Collects anonymized data about user behaviour, including pages visited, session duration, bounce rate, and approximate geographic location based on IP address. Google Analytics uses its own cookies to track user interactions
• Performance Monitoring: Tracks page load times, error rates, and technical performance metrics to help us identify and resolve technical issues

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features. They remember your preferences and settings to provide a more tailored experience. If you disable these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.

• Preference Cookies: Remember your language settings, display preferences, and region selection
• Recently Viewed: Track listings you have recently viewed so you can easily return to them
• Saved Searches: Store your saved search criteria and notification preferences
• Notification Settings: Remember your notification and communication preferences

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on the Platform are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. They are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers. Third-party cookies on our Platform may include those set by analytics providers, content delivery networks, and social media platforms (if social sharing features are enabled).

3. Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are stored in your browser's memory only during your browsing session. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created the cookie. The duration varies depending on the purpose of the cookie, ranging from a few days to up to two (2) years

4. Your Consent

When you first visit MapleMarket, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. You may:

• Accept All Cookies: Enable all categories of cookies, including analytics and functional cookies
• Accept Necessary Only: Allow only strictly necessary cookies required for the Platform to function
• Customize Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies you wish to accept or reject

Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent, as they are essential for the Platform to operate. All other cookies will only be placed on your device after you have provided your consent.

You may change your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie preference centre, accessible via the link in the Platform footer.

5. How to Disable or Manage Cookies

In addition to using our cookie preference centre, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device and delete them individually or in bulk
• Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being placed
• Configure your browser to automatically delete cookies when you close it

Please consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Please be aware that disabling or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform. Some features may not work as intended, and your user experience may be diminished.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, our technology, or applicable regulations. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

7. Contact

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

MapleMarket Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Email: privacy@maplemarketapp.com