Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2026
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Dental Access Carolina, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences when visiting our website at dentalaccessouthcarolina.com.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.
Cookies serve various purposes, including:
- Essential functionality: Enabling core website features such as page navigation, secure areas, and remembering your preferences
- Performance: Helping us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve its performance
- Analytics: Providing statistical data about website usage patterns
- Marketing: Delivering relevant advertisements based on your interests
Cookies can be either "first-party" cookies (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party" cookies (set by a third party, such as an analytics provider or advertising network).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving a different purpose. Below is a detailed breakdown of each cookie category:
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies on your device. These third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of those providers. Below are the third-party services we use:
3.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, including:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our website (referral source)
- What you click on while using our website
- Technical information about your browser and device
For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy
3.2 Google Ads
We use Google Ads to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. Google Ads cookies track conversions, such as when you contact us after clicking on one of our advertisements.
For more information, visit: https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/9060633
3.3 Formsubmit.co
Our contact form uses Formsubmit.co, a service that processes form submissions. Formsubmit.co may set cookies for spam prevention and security purposes.
For more information, visit: https://formsubmit.co/privacy
4. Duration of Cookies
Cookies can be categorized based on how long they remain on your device:
4.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your web browser. They are used to maintain your session during a single visit to our website. These cookies are essential for functions such as:
- Keeping you logged in during your visit
- Remembering items in your shopping cart
- Security verification
4.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They are used to:
- Remember your preferences for future visits
- Understand how you use our website over time
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
The duration of each persistent cookie is listed in the tables above. You can delete persistent cookies at any time through your browser settings.
5. How to Manage and Delete Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here are the ways you can manage your cookie preferences:
5.1 Cookie Banner Settings
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change these preferences at any time by clicking the "Manage Cookies" or "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Manage Cookie Preferences5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Use private browsing mode to prevent cookies from being stored
Here are instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Site Settings > Cookies
5.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics
If you want to opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
5.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website. If you disable cookies:
- You may not be able to use all features of our website
- Some pages may not display correctly
- Your preferences may not be saved between visits
- Certain forms may not function properly
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you of significant changes through a banner or notice on our website
- Obtain new consent if the changes affect the cookies we use
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Right to Access: Request information about the personal data we collect through cookies
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restriction: Request that we limit processing of your personal data
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes
- Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
8. Related Policies
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our other privacy-related policies:
- Privacy Policy - How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
- Terms of Service - Terms and conditions for using our website
- HIPAA Notice - How we protect your health information
- Disclaimer - Important information about our website content
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: