Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 16, 2026
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Choicechannel uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at choicechannel.online. This policy describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Cookies can be first-party cookies, set by the website you are visiting, or third-party cookies, set by other services that run content on the page you are viewing.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, including to ensure the proper functioning of our platform, improve your user experience, analyze how our services are used, and deliver relevant content to you.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are required for the service to work.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. This information helps us improve how our website works and understand user behavior patterns.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language or region, and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as participating in online seminars or discussion forums.
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver content more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver targeted advertising or limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser | Session |
| Persistent Cookies | Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted | Varies from days to years |
| Authentication Cookies | Identify you when you log in to access your account | Session or persistent |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences | Persistent |
| Analytics Cookies | Track usage patterns and performance metrics | Persistent |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies to report usage statistics of our service, deliver advertisements, and provide social media features. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
We do not control the cookies set by third parties, and you should check the relevant third-party website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage to collect information about your use of our services.
Web Beacons
Web beacons are small graphic images that may be included in our web pages and email messages. They work in conjunction with cookies to help us understand user behavior and measure the effectiveness of our communications.
Local Storage
Local storage allows websites to store data locally on your device. We may use local storage to enhance your experience by storing preferences and enabling certain features to work offline.
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options for managing cookies and similar technologies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
Cookie Preference Center
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which categories of cookies you wish to accept. You can change your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings available on our website.
Opt-Out Tools
For third-party advertising cookies, you may opt out through industry opt-out programs or by visiting the privacy settings of the specific third-party service.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a Do Not Track feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals due to the lack of industry consensus on how to interpret and respond to such signals.
Mobile Devices
If you access our services through a mobile device, you may be able to control tracking technologies through your device settings or through the settings within our mobile application, if applicable.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Choicechannel
20 Anderson Street, Hokowhitu
Palmerston North 4410
New Zealand
Email:
contact@choicechannel.online
Phone: +64 27 860 4928
Cookie List
Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session while you navigate the website | Essential | Session |
| user_preferences | Stores your language and display preferences | Functionality | 1 year |
| analytics_token | Tracks page views and user interactions for analytics | Analytics | 2 years |
| auth_token | Keeps you logged in between sessions | Essential | 30 days |
| consent_status | Records your cookie consent preferences | Essential | 1 year |
| performance_monitor | Measures page load times and performance metrics | Performance | 6 months |
This list is not exhaustive and may be updated as our use of cookies evolves. Third-party cookies are subject to the respective third parties' privacy and cookie policies.