Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how MediWaste uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
- Session cookies: Maintain your login status and preferences
- Security cookies: Protect against unauthorized access
- Load balancing cookies: Ensure optimal site performance
You cannot disable essential cookies as they are critical for site operation.
Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enhance your experience:
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices
- Language cookies: Store your language preference
- Region cookies: Display content relevant to your location
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site:
- Google Analytics: Track page views and user behavior
- Performance metrics: Measure site speed and reliability
- Error tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
All analytics data is anonymized and aggregated.
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
With your consent, we use marketing cookies to:
- Display relevant advertisements
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
- Track conversions from advertising
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and reporting
- Social media platforms: Share buttons and embedded content
- Payment processors: Secure payment handling
These third parties have their own privacy policies.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies are classified by how long they remain active:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain for a set period (typically 1-24 months)
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our site, we display a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject optional cookies (keeping only essential ones)
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience:
- You may need to re-enter preferences on each visit
- Some features may not function properly
- You may see less relevant content
- Login functionality may be impaired
7. Cookies We Set
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| session_id |
Maintains your login session |
Session |
Essential |
| cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences |
12 months |
Essential |
| _ga |
Google Analytics tracking |
24 months |
Analytics |
| _gid |
Google Analytics identifier |
24 hours |
Analytics |
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology or regulations. The "Last Reviewed" date at the top indicates when this policy was last updated.
9. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected]
10. More Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy, visit: