Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 5, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, understanding how you use our site, and improving functionality.

Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third parties, such as analytics providers (third-party cookies).

How We Use Cookies

verdant-birch.tech uses cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Understanding site traffic and user behavior
  • Improving user experience
  • Analyzing which programs and content interest visitors

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Session identification
  • Security cookies

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users receive error messages. These cookies don't collect information that identifies individual visitors.

Examples:

  • Analytics cookies tracking page views
  • Error tracking
  • Loading time measurement

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Form data retention
  • User interface preferences

Targeting Cookies

We may use these cookies to deliver content that is relevant to your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

  • Analytics Services: To understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Content Delivery Networks: To improve website loading speed
  • Payment Processors: To securely process enrollment payments

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and personal data.

Cookie Duration

Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

Our cookie retention periods:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when browser closes
  • Preference cookies: 12 months
  • Analytics cookies: 24 months
  • Consent cookies: 12 months

Managing Cookies

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

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

To manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Impact of Blocking Cookies

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

  • You may need to re-enter information on forms
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • Certain interactive features may not work
  • We won't be able to remember your cookie consent choice

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use local storage technology to store information on your device. Local storage serves similar purposes to cookies but can store larger amounts of data. The information stored includes:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Form submission data (temporarily, for the thank you page)
  • User interface state

You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or privacy settings.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your right to privacy and provide cookie management options as described above.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 427 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1X7, Canada