1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how SustainaLife ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://marginbear.world (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides further information about how we handle personal information collected through our Website.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings panel available on our Website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser;
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them;
- First-party cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting (in this case, SustainaLife);
- Third-party cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the website you are visiting, typically by third-party service providers.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage. These technologies function similarly to cookies and are subject to the same controls described in this policy.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
We categorise the cookies we use into the following groups:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies, as the Website cannot function properly without them.
Examples of strictly necessary cookies we use:
- sl_cookie_consent — Stores your cookie consent preferences. Duration: 12 months. Set by: SustainaLife (first party).
- Session management cookies — Maintain your session state during a visit. Duration: Session (deleted when browser is closed). Set by: SustainaLife (first party).
Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of a contract or to comply with a legal obligation, and do not require your consent under applicable law.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular, and how visitors move around the Website. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our Website and will not be able to monitor its performance.
Examples of analytics cookies we may use (subject to your consent):
- _ga — Google Analytics. Used to distinguish users. Duration: 2 years. Set by: Google (third party).
- _ga_[ID] — Google Analytics. Used to persist session state. Duration: 2 years. Set by: Google (third party).
- _gid — Google Analytics. Used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours. Set by: Google (third party).
- _gat — Google Analytics. Used to throttle request rate. Duration: 1 minute. Set by: Google (third party).
Legal basis: Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR / Australian Privacy Principles). You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted content.
Examples of marketing cookies we may use (subject to your consent):
- _fbp — Facebook Pixel. Used to deliver, measure, and improve the relevance of content. Duration: 3 months. Set by: Meta Platforms (third party).
- IDE — Google DoubleClick. Used to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's advertisements. Duration: 1 year. Set by: Google (third party).
Legal basis: Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR / Australian Privacy Principles). You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences.
4. How We Obtain Your Consent
When you first visit our Website, a cookie consent banner is displayed. This banner allows you to:
- Accept All: Accept all categories of cookies, including analytics and marketing cookies;
- Reject: Decline all non-essential cookies, allowing only strictly necessary cookies;
- Cookie Settings: Open a settings panel where you can enable or disable individual cookie categories.
Strictly necessary cookies are always active and cannot be disabled, as they are required for the Website to function.
Your consent preferences are stored in a first-party cookie (sl_cookie_consent) for up to 12 months. After this period, we will ask for your consent again.
5. Managing and Withdrawing Consent
You can change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time. To do so, you can:
- Use the cookie settings panel accessible via the "Cookie Settings" button in the cookie banner (which reappears when you clear your browser cookies);
- Clear cookies in your browser settings, which will reset your consent preferences and cause the banner to reappear on your next visit;
- Use your browser's built-in cookie management tools to block or delete specific cookies.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of our Website.
5.1 Browser Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Preferences", or "Settings" menu of your browser. For more information, refer to your browser's help documentation:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Analytics
- Google Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on;
- Google advertising: You can manage Google advertising preferences at Google Ad Settings;
- Facebook/Meta: You can manage Facebook advertising preferences through your Facebook Ad Preferences.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Services
Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party services. We have no direct control over these cookies, but we only enable them where you have given your consent. The third-party services we use include:
- Google Analytics (analytics) — Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Maps (embedded map on contact page) — Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Fonts (typography) — Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
When you interact with embedded content from third parties (such as the Google Maps embed on our contact page), those third parties may set their own cookies on your device. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties for more information.
7. Data Collected Through Cookies
The data collected through cookies may include:
- IP address (typically anonymised or truncated for analytics purposes);
- Browser type and version;
- Operating system;
- Pages visited and time spent on each page;
- Referring URL;
- Date and time of visit;
- General geographic location (country or city level, derived from IP address).
This data is used in aggregate and anonymised form for analytics purposes. It is not used to identify you personally unless you have provided personal information through other means (such as a contact form submission).
8. Retention Periods
Cookie retention periods vary depending on the type of cookie:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser;
- Consent cookie (sl_cookie_consent): 12 months;
- Google Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years;
- Marketing cookies: Typically 1–3 months, depending on the provider.
9. Your Rights
In relation to data collected through cookies, you have the same rights as described in our Privacy Policy, including the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- SustainaLife
- 63 Mason St, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia
- Phone: +61 481 307 778
- Email: contact@marginbear.world