Cookie Policy

🍪 AlphaDog Hosting Cookie Policy

  1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how AlphaDog Hosting (“AlphaDog Hosting,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when You visit Our website (www.alphadoghosting.com) and associated portals (my.alphadoghosting.com) (collectively, the “Sites”).

By using Our Sites, You consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage or withdraw Your consent at any time through Our Cookie Settings tool or Your browser settings.

For further details on how We collect, use, and protect Your personal data, please review Our Privacy Policy.

  1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on Your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when You visit a website. They serve various functions, including:

  • Ensuring proper website functionality
  • Enhancing security
  • Improving user experience
  • Analyzing website performance
  • Providing relevant advertising

Cookies may be:

  • First-party cookies – Set by AlphaDog Hosting for essential functionality.
  • Third-party cookies – Set by external service providers for analytics, advertising, and tracking.
  1. How We Use Cookies

We use both first-party and third-party cookies for different purposes:

  • First-party cookies: Essential for website functionality, security, and user experience.
  • Third-party cookies: Used for analytics, advertisements, and performance tracking.

These cookies help Us:

  • Analyze website traffic & performance
  • Improve site functionality & security
  • Provide relevant advertising & recommendations
  • Store user preferences for a seamless browsing experience
  1. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize cookies based on their function:

4.1 Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are required for basic website functionality and security. They do not collect personal data.

Examples:

  • Login authentication
  • Session management
  • Fraud prevention

You cannot disable these cookies, as they are required for the website to function.

4.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance Your experience by supporting additional features such as social media sharing and chat support.

Examples:

  • Saving user preferences (e.g., language, region)
  • Enabling live chat support
  • Facilitating social media interactions

You can disable these cookies, but some features may not work properly.

4.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help Us understand how visitors use Our website by tracking metrics like:

  • Visitor numbers
  • Bounce rates
  • Traffic sources
  • Page interaction times

Third-party providers like Google Analytics may set these cookies.

Opting out of analytics cookies will not affect basic website functionality, but it will limit Our ability to improve the website.

4.4 Advertising & Marketing Cookies

These cookies help Us serve relevant ads based on Your browsing activity. They track:

  • Pages You visit
  • Ad effectiveness
  • Interest-based advertising

Third-party advertising partners may include:

  • Google Ads
  • Facebook Pixel
  • Other ad networks

Opting out of these cookies will not remove ads but will make them less personalized.

  1. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or withdraw Your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Using Our Cookie Settings Tool (Available on Our website).
  • Adjusting Your Browser Settings (instructions below).

If You disable cookies, some parts of the website may not function correctly.

  1. How to Delete or Block Cookies

You can block or delete cookies by adjusting Your browser settings. Below are links to official guides for major browsers:

🔗 Google Chrome: Manage cookies
🔗 Safari: Delete cookies
🔗 Mozilla Firefox: Clear cookies
🔗 Microsoft Edge: Manage cookies

If You use another browser, please check its official support documentation.

  1. Do Not Track (DNT) & Global Privacy Controls (GPC)
  • Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting that allows You to signal that You do not want tracking.
  • We respect DNT and Global Privacy Controls (GPC) where legally required.

Note: Not all websites honour DNT settings, but You can still adjust cookie settings manually.

  1. Data Retention & Expiry of Cookies
  • Session cookies expire when You close Your browser.
  • Persistent cookies last for a defined period (e.g., 30 days to 1 year).
  • You can manually delete cookies at any time via browser settings.
  1. GDPR, CCPA, & PIPEDA Compliance

Depending on Your location, You may have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

GDPR (For European Users)

  • Explicit Opt-in: We require Your consent before setting non-essential cookies.
  • Right to Access: You can request details on Your stored cookie data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of non-essential cookie data.

CCPA (For California Residents)

  • Right to Know: You can request details on what cookie data is collected.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You can refuse tracking for targeted ads.

PIPEDA (For Canadian Users)

  • Right to Informed Consent: We clearly disclose how We use cookies.
  • Right to Access & Correction: You can request access to Your stored cookie data.

To exercise Your rights, Contact Us.

  1. Changes to This Cookie Policy
  • We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time.
  • Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
  • If significant changes occur, We will notify You via email or a website notice.

Last Updated: 03/11/2025

  1. Contact Us

If You have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how We use cookies, contact Us.