Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 25, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about user behavior and preferences.
How We Use Cookies
The Horse Market uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms.
Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party cookies from trusted partners such as:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Social media platforms for social sharing features
- Advertising networks for targeted advertising
- Content delivery networks for improved performance
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted). We use both types:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (usually 1-2 years)
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Get notifications when cookies are set
Opt-Out Tools
You can also use industry opt-out tools such as:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Consumer Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Consumer Choice Tool
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) Your Online Choices
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not work properly or may not be available if cookies are disabled.
Cookie Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@thehorsemarket.com
Additional Resources
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