Last Updated: December 23, 2024

This Cookies Policy explains how and why **AmeriDent Lab** (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and/or mobile application (collectively, the “Service”). It also describes your choices regarding these technologies. By using the Service, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, tablet, etc.) when you visit certain websites. Cookies can serve various functions, such as remembering user preferences, facilitating site navigation, and helping website operators understand how their sites are being used.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies     - Purpose: These cookies are essential for the operation of our Service. They enable core functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The Service cannot function properly without these cookies.     - Example: Session cookies used for user authentication.

2. Functional Cookies     - Purpose: These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make (like your preferred language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced features. They enable a more personalized experience but are not strictly required for basic site functionality.     - Example: Cookies that remember your preferences, such as saved login details.

3. Performance/Analytics Cookies     - Purpose: These cookies collect information about how you interact with our Service, such as which pages you visit most often. We use this data to improve how our Service works, ensuring users can find what they need quickly and easily.     - Example: Cookies from third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics that track page visit durations, browser types, and referring URLs.

4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies     - Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They can remember that your device has visited a website, and this information may be shared with third parties (e.g., advertisers).     - Example: Cookies that help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns or limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Provide you with a more personalized experience.
- Analyze website/app traffic and usage.
- Monitor and improve the performance and security of our Service.
- Facilitate order processing and ensure smooth checkout experiences.
- Integrate with third-party services (e.g., social media logins or couriers for order delivery).

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed on your device by third parties. For example:

- **Analytics Tools:** We may use **Google Analytics** or similar platforms to analyze the usage of our Service. These third parties may set their own cookies to provide these services.
- **Social Media Plugins:** Our Service may include features from social media platforms (e.g., “Like” or “Share” buttons). When you engage with these plugins, the social media site may place cookies on your device.
- **Courier/Shipping Integrations:** In order to track deliveries, third-party courier or logistics services may use cookies or similar technologies.

We do not have control over the cookies placed by third parties. We recommend reviewing the respective privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with to learn about their cookie practices.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually configure your browser to:
- Block all cookies.
- Block only third-party cookies.
- Delete cookies when you close your browser.
- Notify you when a website wants to place cookies.
- Accept or reject cookies on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of the Service may not function properly, and your overall user experience may be affected.

5.2. Opt-Out Mechanisms

- **Google Analytics Opt-Out:** You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data by installing the [Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).
- **Interest-Based Advertising:** To learn more about or opt out of interest-based advertising, visit [YourAdChoices](https://youradchoices.com/) (for U.S. users) or [Your Online Choices](https://www.youronlinechoices.com/) (for EU users).

6. Consent to Use Cookies

By continuing to use our Service, you consent to the placement of cookies on your device. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by deleting cookies and adjusting your browser settings to refuse future cookies. However, please note that some parts of the Service may become inaccessible or not function properly if you choose to disable cookies.

7. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the types of cookies we use or how we use them. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date at the top of the policy will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, or if you would like to manage your preferences or withdraw your consent, please contact us:

- Phone: +1 (612) 400-9444  - Email: moc.baLtnediremA%40ofni  - Address: AmeriDent Lab, 6545 France Ave S Ste 681B, Edina, MN 55435