Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
2. How We Use Cookies
Hire with Columbus uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous data about website usage
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
- Session management
- Security tokens
- Load balancing
Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Page views and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Error messages encountered
Functional Cookies
These enable personalized features and functionality.
- Language preferences
- Region settings
- User preferences
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Customer support tools
- Social media platforms (for sharing features)
These third parties have their own privacy policies and we have no control over their cookies.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
- Cookie Consent Tool: Use our consent banner to manage preferences
- Opt-out Links: Follow third-party opt-out instructions
Note: Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality.
7. Browser Cookie Settings
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.