This Cookie Policy (hereinafter the “Policy”) is part of the Legal Notice & Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy of www.polyworkseuropa.com/en (hereinafter the “Website”).
The purpose of this Policy is to provide clear and specific information about the use and purpose of cookies on the Website. For more information about this technology, send an email to info@innovmetric.com.
InnovMetric Software Inc. (hereinafter the “Provider”) is the parent company of the PolyWorks companies (listed at https://www.innovmetric.com/find-a-contact) and manages all associated websites. The Provider is located at 2014 Cyrille-Duquet, Suite 310, Québec, Canada, G1N 4N6, with Tax ID Number R138293006 and Federal Incorporation Number 302487-3. The Website uses cookies and other files of similar nature (hereinafter the “cookies”).”).
The Provider is responsible for its cookies and for the processing of data obtained through them, and therefore determines the purpose, content, and use of the information collected through processing.
A Cookie is a small data file that is sent to the user’s browser and stored on their device, including but not limited to their personal computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
Cookies gather information about users’ visits to the Website, including the frequency, duration, and navigation history. These files allow the Website to retain information about user visits and identify usability problems, which can later be analyzed to identify areas of improvement, provide users with a better overall experience, and differentiate between users.
The Website uses Google Analytics, a Web analytics service provided by Google LLC, a Delaware company headquartered at 1600 Amphitheater Parkway, Mountain View, California, CA 94043, USA (hereinafter “Google”).
Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze user activity and engagement on the Website. The information collected by cookies, including the IP address, is directly sent to and stored on a Google server in the United States of America.
Google uses this information on the Provider’s behalf to evaluate how users interact with the Website, and to compile reports on the Website activity as well as to provide other services relating to the Website activity and internet usage. Google reserves the right to transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on behalf of Google. Google does not associate user IP addresses with any other data it holds.
Depending on the intended data processing objectives, the following types of cookies may be used by the Website:
a) Website Functionality and Essential Cookies
The Provider reserves the right to store cookies on users’ devices that are essential to deliver and enhance its Website’s services. These cookies allow users to navigate the Website or application and leverage different options, functionalities, and services that are offered. These cookies cannot be disabled since they are necessary for basic operations such as logging in, submitting forms, and setting preferences like time zones and languages. Additionally, they control traffic and data communication, support session management, ensure a secure access to certain Website sections, retain order details, facilitate event participation, implement security features during navigation, and store content for media playback.
b) Functionality Cookies
The Provider uses these cookies to enhance the functionality of its Website and services, creating a more tailored experience for users. Cookies allow users to access services that are customized to their device settings and personal preferences, such as language, browser choice, content design, geolocation, and regional configuration. Moreover, third-party cookies may be placed by providers to whom users explicitly grant consent when accepting this cookie policy. While these cookies can be blocked, doing so may affect the performance of certain Website sections.
c) Statistical Analysis Cookies
These cookies allow the monitoring and analysis of user activity on the Website. They help the Provider understand how users interact with the Website, including which features are most often used and how users choose to engage with the services offered. The information collected allows the Provider to generate usage statistics, including the amount of time spent on the Website, which ultimately helps explore possible areas of improvement.
d) Social Media and Third-Party Cookies
Webpages may use third-party cookies to enhance their services, such as Google Analytics for statistical analysis, and facilitate content sharing on social media. For more information about these cookies and their data policies, visit the webpages of the relevant social media platforms.
e) Targeting or Advertising Cookies
Targeting or advertising cookies are used to present users with content that may interest them as they browse the Internet. These cookies are mostly placed by third parties whenever users interact with their online content.
The Website uses first-party and third-party cookies to enhance user experience and improve its services. By navigating the Website or using the services offered, users allow the Provider to leverage the cookies and the collected data as deemed necessary. However, users may withdraw their previously granted consent at any time by removing the cookies placed on their devices and adjusting their browser settings. If users do not grant their consent or choose to withdraw it, the browsing experience, navigability, content accessibility, and usability of the Website may be negatively impacted. Before proceeding, users choosing to block cookies must understand that some features of the Website may not be available to them and certain sections may not be properly displayed, which may have repercussions on their overall experience.
The Provider is not responsible for the content and accuracy of the terms and conditions or the privacy policies of third parties. These third parties independently determine the purpose of processing and using the information collected by them, as well as the type and lifespan of the cookies. According to the information provided by the parties involved, users can decide to disable the cookies at any time.
Users can manage the cookies stored on their devices by adjusting their browser settings. The procedure in order to do so may differ based on the device and browser used. The links below can be consulted for tips on browser setting configuration :
Users can opt out of cookies at any time given they understand the consequences on their user experience; otherwise, they are deemed to have accepted the cookie terms and conditions.
To opt out of tracking analytics placed by Google use this form. This applies to all websites that utilize services provided by Google for tracking and analytics data.
Many third-party service providers that deliver interest-based advertisements across the websites of InnovMetric or its subsidiaries are members of the NAI, or adhere to the DAA’s Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising. To learn more about the responsible management of cookies that enable interest-based ads or to opt out directly from these third parties, users are advised to visit relevant websites, such as https://youradchoices.com/, or those of the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) and the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI).
It is worth noting that ads will not be entirely removed after opting out, but they will no longer be specifically tailored to users or their interests.