Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 2024
1. Introduction and Scope
This Cookie Policy explains how Plain Branch uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website dedicated to long-term financial planning and asset acquisition. As we operate out of Winnipeg, Manitoba, our data practices are governed by the Canadian federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
By continuing to browse our site, you acknowledge the use of cookies as described in this policy. We are committed to transparency regarding the digital footprints left during your journey toward debt-free capital accumulation.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) by your web browser. They serve various purposes: remembering your preferences, analyzing site performance, and ensuring the technical stability of our financial planning tools. Under PIPEDA, information collected via cookies may be considered "personal information" if it can identify an individual, and we treat it with the highest level of security.
3. Categories of Cookies Used
We categorize our cookies based on their function and necessity for the "Plain Branch" methodology.
| Category | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the website to function. These enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. | Session - 1 Year |
| Analytical/Performance | Allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how they move around the site. This helps us improve our capital planning resources. | 24 Hours - 2 Years |
| Functional | Used to recognize you when you return to our website, enabling us to personalize content for your specific financial goals. | Up to 1 Year |
| Marketing & Targeting | Record your visit, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed to make advertising more relevant to your interests. | Variable |
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our first-party cookies, we may use third-party services (such as Google Analytics or specialized financial data providers) that also set cookies. These third parties have their own privacy policies. We do not control these third-party cookies; however, we ensure that our partners adhere to data protection standards compatible with Canadian law.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under PIPEDA and the principles of "meaningful consent," we rely on your implied consent for strictly necessary cookies required for site operation. For analytical and marketing cookies, we provide you with the choice to opt-in or opt-out. We do not engage in the sale of cookie data to third parties for monetary gain, aligning with our philosophy of ethical asset planning.
6. Managing Your Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking the button below or by adjusting your browser settings.
Cookie Control Center
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact the Plain Branch Data Protection Liaison at:
Plain Branch Legal Dept.
Address: 233 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2A7
Email:
Phone: +1 (651) 851-3428