Cookie Policy

    Last Updated: September 12, 2025

    This Cookie Policy explains how Aero Products Company Inc. ("AeroTorch") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

    1. What Are Cookies?

    Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

    We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about how you use our website.

    2. Types of Cookies We Use

    ✅ Necessary Cookies

    These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

    • Session Management: Keep you logged in during your visit
    • Security: Protect against fraud and secure connections
    • Functionality: Remember your preferences and settings
    • Load Balancing: Distribute traffic across our servers

    📊 Analytics Cookies

    These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.

    • Google Analytics 4: Website traffic and user behavior
    • Google Tag Manager: Cookie and tag management
    • Performance Metrics: Page load times and errors
    • User Journey: How visitors navigate our site

    🎯 Marketing Cookies

    These cookies track your browsing habits to show you relevant advertisements.

    • Google Ads: Show relevant product advertisements
    • Remarketing: Target visitors who viewed specific products
    • Social Media: Enable sharing and social features
    • Third-party Partners: Industry-specific advertising networks

    ⚙️ Preference Cookies

    These cookies remember your choices to personalize your experience.

    • Display Settings: Theme, language, and layout preferences
    • Product Filters: Your preferred search and filter settings
    • Contact Preferences: How you want to be contacted
    • Cookie Consent: Your cookie preferences and choices

    3. Specific Cookies We Use

    Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
    connect.sidUser session managementSessionNecessary
    _gaGoogle Analytics unique visitor ID2 yearsAnalytics
    _ga_*Google Analytics 4 session data2 yearsAnalytics
    _gidGoogle Analytics daily unique visitor ID24 hoursAnalytics
    cookie_consentStore your cookie preferences1 yearNecessary

    4. Third-Party Cookies

    Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:

    Google Services

    • • Google Analytics 4
    • • Google Tag Manager
    • • Google Ads
    • • Google Maps (if used)

    Social Media

    • • LinkedIn sharing
    • • Facebook pixel (if used)
    • • Twitter widgets
    • • YouTube videos

    Note: Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective companies. We recommend reviewing their policies for complete information.

    5. How to Manage Cookies

    Cookie Settings Panel

    You can manage your cookie preferences using our Cookie Settings panel.

    Browser Settings

    Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

    • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Site settings → Cookies
    • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
    • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
    • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

    Opt-Out Links

    6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

    What Happens When You Disable Cookies?

    • Necessary Cookies: Website may not function properly
    • Analytics Cookies: We can't improve our website based on usage data
    • Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
    • Preference Cookies: Your settings won't be remembered between visits

    7. Data Security and Retention

    • Cookie data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption
    • We regularly review and purge expired cookie data
    • Access to cookie data is limited to authorized personnel
    • We comply with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

    8. International Transfers

    Some of our third-party services may transfer your data to countries outside your region. These transfers are protected by:

    • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
    • Adequacy decisions from data protection authorities
    • Binding Corporate Rules where applicable
    • Your explicit consent for the transfer

    9. Children's Privacy

    Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or any other means.

    10. Updates to This Policy

    We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes:

    • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
    • We may notify you through our website or email for significant changes
    • Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

    11. Contact Us

    If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

    Aero Products Company Inc.

    Privacy Team

    Email: privacy@aerotorch.com

    Phone: 1-800-AEROTORCH

    Address: 1234 Professional Boulevard, Industrial City, ST 12345, USA