1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferred language, login status, or site settings, and they can also support analytics and advertising functions.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies – set directly by Maple Meta
- Third-party cookies – set by external services we integrate (e.g., Google Analytics, embedded media, social platforms)
2. How We Use Cookies
At Maple Meta, we use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly and securely
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior to improve user experience
- Remember your preferences (e.g., dark mode, language)
- Support embedded content (e.g., videos, tweets)
- Manage subscription and login functionalities
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data or to track users outside of our domain without consent.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Here’s a breakdown of the types of cookies used on Maple Meta:
| Type of Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential | Required for website operation (e.g., session management, security). Cannot be disabled. |
| Preferences | Store user preferences (language, display settings). |
| Analytics | Track how users interact with the website to improve functionality (e.g., Google Analytics). |
| Embedded Content | Enable content from third-party services like YouTube, X (Twitter), or Instagram. |
| Performance | Monitor site load times and technical performance. |
4. Third-Party Services
We may use cookies from trusted third-party providers, including but not limited to:
- Google Analytics – for anonymous visitor statistics
- YouTube/Vimeo – for embedded video content
- X (Twitter) – for tweet embedding and interaction
- Cloudflare or CDN services – for security and faster loading
These third-party services may set cookies and collect data according to their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences through:
- Our cookie consent banner, which appears upon your first visit
- Your browser settings, where you can block or delete cookies (usually found under “Settings” → “Privacy”)
- Third-party opt-out tools such as:
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the website’s functionality or user experience.
6. Data Collected Through Cookies
Cookies may collect the following types of data:
- IP address (anonymized where applicable)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited and actions taken on the site
- Time spent on each page
We use this data in aggregate form and do not attempt to personally identify users unless explicit consent is provided.
7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
In accordance with applicable laws (such as GDPR in the EU and PIPEDA in Canada), we only store non-essential cookies after obtaining your informed consent via the cookie banner. Essential cookies are always active to ensure proper website function.
8. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or how we use cookies. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”