Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy ("Policy") explains how LightWaveSpark Pty Ltd ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at lightwavespark.com. We are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and giving you control over your data.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember information about your visit and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be persistent (remaining on your device until deleted) or session-based (deleted when you close your browser).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how you use our website. They collect information such as:

3.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as:

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver targeted advertising and marketing messages. They may track:

4. Cookie Details

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
cookieConsentShown Essential Records cookie consent decision 1 year
sessionId Essential Maintains user session Session
_ga Analytics Google Analytics user ID 2 years
_gat Analytics Google Analytics throttling 1 minute
_gid Analytics Google Analytics session ID 24 hours
theme_preference Preference Stores theme preference 1 year
language Preference Stores language preference 1 year
utm_source, utm_medium, utm_campaign Marketing Tracks marketing campaign source Session

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may place cookies on your device. These include:

6. Cookie Control and Management

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

If your browser sends a "Do Not Track" signal, we will respect this preference and disable tracking cookies. However, some website features may not function properly without cookies.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, you may experience the following limitations:

9. Data Retention

Cookies are retained for the periods specified in our cookie table (Section 4). You can clear cookies at any time through your browser settings. Clearing cookies will remove all stored data associated with those cookies.

10. Security

We use secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS) to transmit sensitive information. Cookies containing personal data are encrypted and stored securely. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

11. International Transfers

Some of our cookie data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Australia. By using our website, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for data protection.

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and prominently displaying the changes on our website.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

14. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and privacy, you may visit: