Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy
GUIG (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.guig.ca to enhance your browsing experience, ensure proper functionality, analyze usage, and support our services.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them. By continuing to use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy (where consent is required by applicable law).


1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, mobile device, or other equipment when you visit a website. They allow the Site to recognize your device and remember certain information, such as preferences or items in your cart, during your visit and across future visits.
We also use similar technologies, such as pixels, tags, web beacons, and local storage, which function in a comparable way.


2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Site to operate correctly and cannot be disabled without impairing core functionality. They enable features such as:

  • Shopping cart and checkout process
  • Secure login and account management
  • Site navigation and page loading
  • Security and fraud prevention

These cookies do not require consent under applicable privacy laws.


Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Site, such as which pages are visited most often and how users navigate. The data is aggregated and anonymized to help us:

– Improve the performance and design of the Site 
– Understand user behavior and preferences
– Measure and optimize user experience

Examples of tools we use include:

  • Google Analytics
  • Meta Pixel

Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used (where permitted and with your consent where required) to:

  • Deliver and measure the effectiveness of advertisements
  • Show relevant content or promotions based on your interests
  • Track interactions across marketing channels

We only deploy marketing cookies with your explicit consent when required by law (e.g., under Canadian privacy regulations or GDPR-equivalent rules for applicable users).

 

3. How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device

  • Session cookies: These expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: These remain on your device for a set period (from a few days to several years) or until you delete them manually.

 

4. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have control over cookies:

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings (e.g., in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge). Instructions are usually found in the “Help” or “Settings” section of your browser.
You can also use browser extensions or tools to block specific cookies or categories.

Please note:

Disabling essential cookies may prevent the Site from functioning properly (e.g., you may not be able to complete a purchase).
Opting out of analytics or marketing cookies will not affect your ability to browse or shop, but may limit personalized features.

For more granular control over certain third-party cookies (such as Google Analytics), you can visit the relevant provider’s opt-out pages (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on).


5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, technology, or legal obligations. The revised version will be posted here with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.


6. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:
contact@guig.ca
www.guig.ca/contact

Thank you for visiting GUIG. We value your privacy and are committed to providing a transparent and user-friendly experience.