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Cookie Policy

Effective date: 20 January 2020
Website:
https://www.theasphaltcompany.com.au
Contact: contact@theasphaltcompany.com.au | +61 450 413 547

This Cookie Policy explains how The Asphalting Company ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://www.theasphaltcompany.com.au (the “Site”), what information these technologies collect, why we use them, and your choices about them. This Policy is part of — and should be read alongside — our Privacy Policy.

1. What are cookies and similar technologies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit websites. They store information about your visit and can be used for many purposes — for example to remember your preferences, to help you navigate between pages, or to provide anonymised analytics.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which operate in much the same way as cookies.

2. Why we use cookies

We use cookies for legitimate business purposes including:

  • Necessary site functionality (to enable you to navigate the Site and use trusted, secure features).
  • Performance and analytics (to understand how the Site is used so we can improve it).
  • Preference and functionality (to remember choices you make, such as language or form entries).
  • Advertising and marketing (to personalise ads, measure ad performance, and prevent showing the same ad repeatedly).

3. Types of cookies we use

Below is a summary of common categories of cookies you may encounter on our Site and typical uses. Cookie names vary by platform and configuration, so listed names are examples and may differ.

Category

Purpose

Examples

Typical lifespan

Strictly necessary

Required for basic Site operation (session management, security, payment flows).

PHPSESSID

,

sessionid

Session (deleted when browser closes)

Preferences / Functional

Remember settings and preferences (language, region).

cookieconsent_status

,

wp-settings-*

30 days – 1 year

Analytics / Performance

Collect anonymous usage data to improve the Site.(language, region).

_ga

,

_gid

,

_gid_gat

(Google Analytics)

24 hours – 2 years

Advertising / Targeting

Deliver and measure advertising; build profiles for targeting.

IDE

,

test_cookie

,

fr

(Examples)

30 days – 2 years

Social media

Enable social sharing features or embedded content.

Vary by platform (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)

Varies by provider

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties (for example analytics providers, advertising networks, or embedded content providers). We do not control these third parties’ cookies. Third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites and may combine that information with other information they hold about you.

Examples of common third-party providers: Google (Analytics, Ads), Facebook / Meta (pixels, social plugins), LinkedIn, and advertising networks. The specific providers we use may change over time.

5. Legal basis for processing (GDPR)

Where applicable (for visitors in the European Economic Area), the legal bases we rely on are:

  • Consent for non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, targeting). We will not set these cookies until you give consent where required by law.
  • Legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies (operational, security, and functionality) because they are required to run the Site and to provide the services you request.
  • Contractual necessity where cookies are needed to perform a contract you are party to (e.g., logged-in account functionality).

6. How we obtain and manage consent

  • On first visiting the Site we will display a cookie banner that explains cookie categories and provides options to accept, reject, or manage preferences.
  • You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by using the cookie preference/control link in the Site footer or by contacting us at contact@theasphaltcompany.com.au.
  • Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.

7. How to control or delete cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

  • Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies via their settings (block or delete cookies). Typical locations are:

    • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

    • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

    • Safari (macOS/iOS): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data / Block all cookies

    • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

  • Device settings: Mobile browsers and apps also provide cookie and data controls under app or browser settings.

  • Opt-out tools: Many advertising companies participate in industry opt-out programmes. You can visit those providers’ websites to opt out of targeted advertising. Note: opting out does not delete cookies already stored on your device; it instructs the provider not to use the information for targeted advertising going forward.

  • Site preference centre: If available on our Site, use the cookie preference control to enable or disable cookie categories.

Please note: If you block or delete certain cookies, parts of our Site may not function correctly.

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” signals. Currently, we do not automatically change our data collection behaviour based solely on DNT signals. To control tracking, please use the cookie preference tool or your browser settings as described above.

9. Children's Information

We do not knowingly set cookies to collect personal information from children under 13 for our services. If you believe we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, contact us and we will take steps to remove the data and associated cookies where appropriate.

10. CCPA / “Do Not Sell My Personal Information”

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not knowingly sell personal information of consumers in exchange for money. If you believe your personal information is being sold and wish to opt out, contact us at contact@theasphaltcompany.com.au and we will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.

11. Retention and security

We retain cookie data only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected (e.g., session cookies are deleted when you close your browser; analytics cookies typically expire after 24 months). We maintain appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect cookie data against unauthorised access and misuse.

12. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or business requirements. The “Effective date” at the top will be updated whenever we make material changes. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Contact us

If you have questions, requests about cookies, or wish to exercise your data rights (access, rectification, deletion, restriction, portability, objection), please contact us:

The Asphalting Company

Email: contact@theasphaltcompany.com.au

Phone: +61 450 413 547

Quick summary

  • Essential cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.

  • Analytics and advertising cookies require your consent — you can accept or decline them via the cookie banner or your browser settings.

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