This Cookie Policy explains how Floristcentric, LLC ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our websites, including without limitation www.floristcentric.com, and any successor URLs, mobile or localized versions and related domains / sub-domains ("Websites"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Each cookie is unique to your web browser. It will contain some anonymous information such as a unique identifier, the site name, and some digits and numbers. Cookies are stored on your device to help websites track important data like login credentials, the duration of your visit, and your individual preferences.
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. For example, these cookies allow you to log in to your account securely, navigate between pages efficiently, and access specific features of our educational portal. Without these cookies, some services cannot be provided, such as saving your progress in courses or enabling you to access secure areas of the site.
Performance cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit and if you experience any errors. Analytical cookies help us understand how our visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. For example, we use Google Analytics to track metrics such as page views, session duration, and bounce rates. This data helps us improve the performance and design of our site to provide a better learning experience for you.
Functional cookies are used to remember the choices you make, such as your username, language, or the region you are in. These cookies help to provide enhanced and more personalized features. For instance, they can be used to remember the courses you have viewed, the quizzes you have taken, or the settings you have selected. Functional cookies enable us to tailor our content to better suit your needs and improve the overall usability of our educational platform.
Targeting and advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations such as advertisers. For example, we might use these cookies to personalize the educational resources we recommend or to show you ads that are more relevant to your interests in continuing education.
Enabling cookies allows us to provide you with a more personalized and optimized experience. For example, with cookies, you don't have to repeatedly enter login information or adjust your settings every time you visit. Cookies help us remember your progress in your courses and provide real-time updates and recommendations based on your learning path. This leads to a more seamless and efficient educational experience.
As an end-user, you have the right to control and manage your cookie settings. This is in line with several privacy regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which grants you the right to access, control, and delete your personal data. These rights empower you to make informed decisions about your online privacy.
If you want to manage your cookie settings, you can do so through your web browser settings. Here are the steps for managing cookies in four major browsers:
Our platform offers specific opt-out mechanisms, allowing you to manage your cookie preferences directly on our site. To use these mechanisms, navigate to our cookie preference center, usually accessible through a link in our website footer. Here, you can adjust settings for different types of cookies, granting you control over your data while using our educational resources.
Disabling cookies can impact your experience on our website. For instance, if you disable strictly necessary cookies, you may not be able to log in or use certain features. Disabling performance cookies means we can't track how our site performs, which limits our ability to improve. Without functional cookies, your preferences won't be saved, and without targeting cookies, the content shown may not be relevant to your interests. Understanding these impacts can help you make more informed decisions about your privacy.
There are also third-party tools and browser extensions that can help you manage cookies. Options like Ghostery, Privacy Badger, and uBlock Origin provide granular control over cookies and trackers. These tools offer additional ways to protect your privacy and manage how your data is used across the web.
Finding the right balance between privacy and functionality is crucial. While limiting cookies can enhance your privacy, it may also restrict some functionalities essential for an optimal educational experience. We encourage you to evaluate your needs and preferences carefully. By understanding the role of different types of cookies, you can make more informed choices that balance both privacy and functionality effectively.
In addition to our cookie usage, Floristcentric, LLC follows stringent data processing practices to ensure your information remains secure and is used appropriately.
We retain cookie-collected information only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose. For example, login credentials might be stored for the duration of your session, while analytics data could be retained longer to identify trends and improve services. Typically, we review and delete unused cookie data periodically, usually every 12 months, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
We employ various security measures to protect cookie data. This includes using encryption protocols for data transfer, secure servers for data storage, and access controls to restrict unauthorized access. In addition, organizational measures, such as regular security audits and employee training, ensure that data management practices comply with industry standards.
Our approach to data collection is centered around minimization. We ensure that only the essential cookie data necessary for functionality and performance is collected and processed. For instance, we avoid collecting unnecessary personal information and focus solely on data that enhances user experience and improves educational offerings.
We comply with applicable data protection regulations, such as GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These regulations ensure that your data is processed lawfully, transparently, and with respect for your privacy rights. We regularly review our policies and practices to stay compliant with these evolving legal frameworks.
In some cases, we use automated decision-making processes based on cookie data. For example, we might recommend courses based on your browsing history and preferences. However, you have the right to request human intervention or object to these automated decisions. We strive to ensure that any such processing is fair, transparent, and aligned with your best interests.
When continiously proceeding through website, you agree to cookies usage automatically.