Cookie Policy

     

    Last Updated: July 1, 2024

     

    This Cookie Policy explains how High School Alliance of Future Physicians (“HSAFP,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (the “Site”). It forms part of our Privacy Policy and should be read in conjunction with that policy.

    By using our Site and clicking “Accept” on the cookie banner or pop-up (the “Cookie Banner”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to both this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy. If you do not consent to the same, you can choose to decline cookies, adjust your cookie settings, or refrain from using our Site.

     

    1. Cookie Banner and Consent

    1. Cookie Banner

      • When you first visit our Site, you will see a Cookie Banner informing you about our use of cookies. By clicking “Accept” on this banner, you confirm that:
        1. You have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
        2. You are aware of the opportunity to refuse or manage cookies if you do not wish to partake.
      • If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you can click “Reject”, manage your preferences, or adjust your browser settings as outlined below. Please note that certain functionalities of our Site may be limited if you decline some or all cookies.

    2. Opportunity to Not Partake

      • The Cookie Banner also gives you the option to decline or customize your cookie preferences before you continue to browse. This ensures you have a real choice regarding how your information is collected and used via cookies.
     

     

    2. What Are Cookies?

    Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to site operators. Cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit.

     

    3. Types of Cookies We Use

    We use different types of cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze traffic on our Site. These include:

    1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
      These cookies are essential for our Site to function properly. They enable you to navigate our Site and use its features (e.g., accessing secure areas). Without these cookies, certain services you have asked for cannot be provided.

    2. Functional Cookies
      Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your username or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

    3. Performance/Analytical Cookies
      We use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel) to collect information about how visitors use our Site. These cookies help us understand which pages are visited most often, how users move around the Site, and identify areas needing improvement. The data collected is aggregated and generally does not identify individual users.

    4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
      These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising or marketing partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites. They work by identifying your browser and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you may still see ads, but they will not be tailored to your interests.

    5. Third-Party Cookies
      Some cookies on our Site may be placed by third parties such as social media platforms or embedded content providers. These cookies are subject to the respective privacy and cookie policies of the external services, not this Cookie Policy.

     

     

    4. Why We Use Cookies

    We use cookies for various reasons, such as:

    • Ensuring our Site functions properly and securely.
    • Enhancing your user experience (e.g., remembering preferences).
    • Analyzing traffic and user interactions to improve our offerings.
    • Delivering relevant, interest-based advertisements.
    • Enabling the sharing of content on social media platforms.
     

     

    5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

    1. Browser Settings
      Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being placed on your device. The exact procedure depends on your browser. If you choose to refuse, disable, or delete cookies, some functionalities of our Site may not work properly.

    2. Analytics Opt-Out

    3. Refusing Through the Cookie Banner

      • When you first visit our Site, you can choose “Reject” or manage the types of cookies you accept via the Cookie Banner.
      • Note that Strictly Necessary Cookies may not be disabled as they are essential for basic site functionality.
     

     

    6. How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device

    • Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
    • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. The duration a cookie remains on your device depends on its expiration date and your browser settings.
     

     

    7. Third-Party Links and Services

    Our Site may contain links to websites operated by third parties or embedded services (e.g., videos, social media widgets). These third parties may also place cookies on your device. We do not control the collection or use of your information by these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy and cookie policies to understand their data practices.


     

    8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

    We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. Any changes will be effective when we post the revised Cookie Policy on our Site. We recommend that you review this page periodically to stay informed of our use of cookies and related technologies.


     

    9. Contact Us

    If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

    High School Alliance of Future Physicians
    1660 Soldiers Field Rd
    Brighton, MA 02135
    United States of America
    Email: support@hsafp.org

    You may also refer to our Privacy Policy for additional information about how we handle your personal data.