Last updated: September 6, 2025 Version: 1.0

StrongMindAI Cookies Policy

 Version: 1.0
 Website: www.strongmindai.ca
 Privacy Contact: [email protected]
IMPORTANT NOTE
 This page describes only strictly necessary (essential) cookies and similar technologies used to operate and secure our website. We do not use analytics, advertising, or other non-essential cookies at this time. If this changes, we will update this policy and request consent where required.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
 This policy explains how StrongMindAI (“we,” “us”) uses essential cookies and similar technologies on strongmindai.ca. Essential cookies enable core functions such as secure page delivery, load balancing, session management, fraud prevention, and saving your cookie choices so we do not ask repeatedly. Without these technologies, our website may not function properly.


WHAT ARE COOKIES AND “SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES”


Cookies: small text files placed on your device by your browser when you visit a website.


Essential (strictly necessary) cookies: required to provide the service you request (for example, page loading, security, session integrity, and consent storage).


First-party vs. third-party: first-party cookies are set by our domain; third-party cookies are set by service providers we use to deliver the site or specific features.


Session vs. persistent: session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies remain until their stated expiry or until you delete them.


Similar technologies: may include tags/pixels, local storage, or server-side identifiers used only to deliver essential functionality.


HOW WE USE ESSENTIAL COOKIES (NO NON-ESSENTIAL COOKIES)
 We use only essential cookies and similar technologies to:


Deliver content securely and reliably (for example, hosting and load balancing).


Manage sessions and maintain site integrity.


Prevent fraud, abuse, and automated misuse (for example, basic bot/spam protection on forms if enabled).


Store your cookie choice (accept/reject non-essential cookies) even though we currently do not set non-essential cookies.


Support secure payments if enabled in the future (for example, Stripe fraud prevention).


We do not use analytics, advertising, retargeting, or social media tracking cookies.
LEGAL BASIS AND REGIONAL NOTES
 Canada (BC PIPA and PIPEDA): essential cookies are used because they are necessary to provide the service you request. Consent is not required for strictly necessary cookies. If we add non-essential cookies in the future, we will seek opt-in consent before setting them.
 CASL (Canada’s Anti-Spam Law): this policy concerns cookies only. If we send marketing emails or SMS in the future, we will obtain separate express consent and provide unsubscribe options.
 EU/UK (GDPR/UK GDPR): strictly necessary cookies do not require consent. If we introduce non-essential cookies, they will remain off by default until you consent.
 California (CCPA/CPRA): we do not “sell” or “share” personal information through cookies because we do not use advertising or cross-context behavioral tracking cookies. If that changes, we will provide a “Do Not Sell or Share” mechanism and honor applicable opt-out signals (such as Global Privacy Control).


EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
 Because Durable (our site builder/host) and other essential providers may update their technology, exact names can change. Typical essential items include:


Session or load-balancing cookies used by hosting to deliver pages reliably.


Security cookies or tokens used to protect forms from abuse and maintain session integrity.


A consent cookie that records your cookie preferences and the date of your choice.


If payments are enabled later, payment security cookies that help prevent fraud.


We aim to keep this description accurate and will update it when our essential providers or their purposes change.
MANAGING ESSENTIAL COOKIES
 These cookies are required for the website to function correctly and cannot be turned off via our settings. You can block or delete cookies in your browser (for example, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari), but some parts of the site may stop working if essential cookies are blocked.


INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
 Some essential service providers may process cookie-related data outside Canada (for example, in the United States or the European Union). Where this occurs, we rely on contractual and other safeguards described in each provider’s privacy notice and as required by applicable law.


CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
 Our website is not directed to children under 13 (or the local equivalent). If you believe a child has provided information through our website, please contact us at [email protected] so we can take appropriate steps.


DO NOT TRACK AND GLOBAL PRIVACY CONTROL
 We do not use advertising or tracking cookies that would change behavior based on Do Not Track or Global Privacy Control signals. If our practices change to include non-essential cookies, we will honor applicable opt-out signals and provide easy controls.


CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
 We will update this policy if our essential providers or purposes change. The “Last updated” date and version above reflect the latest revision.


CONTACT
 Questions or requests about this Cookies Policy:
 Email: [email protected]


DISCLAIMER
 This document is provided for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Legal requirements can change by jurisdiction and provider. Consider consulting counsel for your specific implementation.