Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.

2. How We Use Cookies

Quick Tax & Accounting Solutions Inc. uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Session management and user authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and website performance
• Remembering your preferences and settings

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
• Page views and user behavior tracking
• Performance monitoring and optimization
• Error tracking and debugging

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your user experience:

• Language and region preferences
• Customized content and features
• Form data retention
• Accessibility settings

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used for advertising and marketing purposes:

• Targeted advertising (with your consent)
• Social media integration
• Email marketing tracking
• Conversion tracking

3. Types of Cookies We Use

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
• Google Maps: Location services
• Social Media Platforms: Social sharing features
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
• Email Marketing: Newsletter and communication tracking

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

5.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. This may include:

• Inability to log into your account
• Loss of personalized settings and preferences
• Reduced website functionality
• Inability to complete online forms

7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under Canadian privacy laws, we use cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing)
• Legitimate Interest: For essential website functionality
• Contract: For services you've requested
• Legal Obligation: For security and compliance purposes

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data. This includes encryption, secure transmission, and regular security assessments. Cookie data is stored securely and is not shared with unauthorized third parties.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Information