Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Otter Wise Talent Solutions uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

• Authentication cookies
• Security cookies
• Session management cookies

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us optimize our website and improve user experience.

• Analytics cookies
• Page load time tracking
• Error reporting

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• User preference settings
• Language preferences
• Theme preferences (light/dark mode)

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

• Marketing cookies
• Retargeting cookies
• Social media cookies

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services include:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing and track engagement
• Advertising Partners: To deliver targeted advertisements
• Customer Support Tools: To provide chat and support features

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

4. Cookie Duration

We use both session and persistent cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of certain types of tracking through these resources:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out page

6. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you choose to disable or block cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. Specifically:

• You may not be able to stay logged in
• Certain features may not work as intended
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Page load times may be affected

7. Cookies We Use in Detail

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page.

9. More Information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: sales@owts.ca

Phone: 780-266-5636

Address: Suite 3400, 10180 - 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3S4, Canada