Cookies Policy

We use cookies to ensure the functionality and security of our website, improve user experience, and provide analytics for performance optimization. This Cookies Policy explains how we utilize these small data files on your device while browsing OLG.ca.

What are Cookies?

A cookie is a text file containing information about your interaction with our site, such as login details or preferences you have set during your session. Browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox can store cookies directly from web pages for future use in subsequent visits to the same website.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use various types of cookies for several reasons:

• Essential: For our platform’s security, login persistence, and essential functions.
• Session: To track user interaction during each individual session.
• Persistent: To store data between multiple browser sessions or over longer periods.

Essential Cookies

These are necessary to deliver the basic services you expect from a website:

• Authentication (login) cookies for secure access.
• Session management cookies to ensure continuity of your browsing experience within one session.

Session Cookies vs Persistent Cookies

Session Cookies: These temporary files expire when you close your browser or at the end of the browsing session. They are used primarily for essential operations, security, and logging in.

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device even after closing a browser, unless manually deleted by the user.

Functional Cookies

We use these to enhance functionality based on your interaction:

• Functional Preference Cookies: Store choices made during navigation.
• Language Settings: Preserve language preference for future sessions.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These are used to understand how visitors interact with our website and improve overall performance:

• Analytics cookies from third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics) provide insights into visitor behavior, allowing us to optimize the platform’s content and layout.

Preference and Language Settings

To ensure a smooth experience for all users, we respect your language preference.

Login/Session Continuity

Cookies help maintain login sessions, ensuring you don’t need to log in again during a session or immediately after one.

Device Recognition and Security-Related Cookies

Some cookies are used for security reasons:

• Device recognition helps us prevent unauthorized access.

Browser Storage Technologies

In addition to traditional cookie functionality, modern browsers have adopted technologies like HTML5 storage. These allow websites to store small pieces of data within the browser itself.

Third-Party Integrations and Marketing Preferences

We sometimes integrate third-party services for marketing, which may involve using cookies:

• Preference Management: Your consent is required before allowing or blocking third-party tracking cookies.

Cookie Consent Management

You have control over what types of cookies are stored on your device. You can either choose to allow specific categories of cookies, block them entirely, or delete existing ones.

Browser Controls and Clearing Cookies

Each browser offers tools for cookie management:

• Accept/Decline Specific Types: Users decide which types to accept.
• Delete Existing Cookies: Manual removal is possible through browser settings.
• Blocking Tracking Tools: Many browsers provide built-in blocking options.

If you choose to disable or clear cookies, some functionalities may be affected. For instance, the platform might not recognize your login details without certain persistent cookies.

Technical Diagnostics and Performance Optimisation

Analytics help us monitor performance issues:

• We track usage metrics (e.g., average page load time).
• This data is then used for site updates and improvements.

This policy does not cover all specific technical diagnostics or aggregated analytics information as our focus is on user-friendly explanations.

User Experience Improvements

By understanding visitor behavior through cookie-based analytics, we improve the website’s user experience:

• Adjusting Content: We tailor content based on your browsing history.
• Easing Navigation: Functional improvements help ensure a smoother navigation experience.