Cookie Policy
This page explains how Muskoka Watch uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, including the use of Google Analytics.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how visitors interact with the site, and improve the overall experience.
How We Use Cookies
Muskoka Watch uses cookies to:
- Understand how visitors use our website.
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Remember your preferences during visits.
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing and content.
Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the site.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. This helps us understand traffic patterns, popular pages, and areas for improvement. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your region or preferred settings, to provide a more personalized experience.
Google Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics uses cookies to track how visitors interact with our website. Common cookies used by Google Analytics include:
- _ga — Used to distinguish users and expires after 2 years.
- _gid — Used to distinguish users and expires after 24 hours.
- _gat — Used to throttle request rate and expires after 1 minute.
Google Analytics may also use other cookies depending on configuration and updates. The data collected by Google Analytics is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States or other countries. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices by visiting Google Privacy & Terms.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to accept, decline, or delete cookies at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to Google Analytics, our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that use their own cookies. Muskoka Watch does not control these cookies and encourages you to review the cookie policies of those third parties.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at info@muskokawatch.com.
Effective Date
July 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy is maintained by Muskoka Watch and may be updated from time to time. It is provided as a service to our clients and website visitors and does not constitute legal advice.