Cookie Policy & Digital Tracking Tools
A clear overview of how we use cookies and related technologies to support and improve your experience on the platform
How We Use Cookies
This document outlines how Win Of The North utilizes cookies and similar technologies to deliver, maintain, and enhance services for users across Canada.
Understanding Cookies
Cookies are small data files saved on your device, allowing websites to retain information and improve usability:
- Session cookies (temporary and removed when the browser closes)
- Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are manually removed)
- First-party cookies (created directly by our platform)
- Third-party cookies (set by partners we work with)
- Other technologies (such as local storage, beacons, and tracking pixels)
Required Cookies
These are essential for maintaining core platform functionality and security:
- Ensuring login and session integrity
- Security operations and fraud-prevention features
- Load distribution and platform stability
- Processing transactions or cart-related tasks
- Cannot be disabled without affecting functionality
Analytics & Performance
These help us better understand activity across the platform:
- Reviewing visits, trends, and general navigation patterns
- Monitoring feature usage and evaluating performance
- Identifying bugs and technical issues
- Supporting platform improvements
- Data collected remains aggregated and anonymous
Preference-Based Cookies
Used to remember your selections and provide smoother navigation:
- Saving language or region settings
- Retaining visual or display-based preferences
- Offering content suggestions tailored to your selections
- Supporting chat or help session continuity
- Keeping track of previously viewed pages
Advertising & Marketing
Applied for general advertising relevance and campaign functionality:
- Showing interest-based ads on our platform
- Measuring results of marketing efforts
- Tracking conversions and engagement
- Understanding audience groups and preferences
- Supporting social media interaction and sharing tools
Managing Cookies
Ways you can control how cookies operate on your device:
- Adjusting browser settings to limit or allow cookies
- Using the platform’s consent settings tool
- Opting out of certain non-essential categories
- Updating cookie preferences periodically
- Following instructions to manually remove cookies
Cookie Lifespan
Duration of different cookie categories before expiry:
- Session cookies: Active only while the browser remains open
- Authentication cookies: Up to 30 days
- Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
- Preference cookies: Up to 1 year
- Marketing cookies: Up to 90 days
Adjusting Your Cookie Settings
You can review or update your cookie choices anytime using our consent manager. You may also control cookies through your browser preferences. Note that essential cookies must remain active to ensure key platform features work properly.