Cookie Policy
How BuildCity uses cookies and similar technologies
Introduction
BuildCity ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website buildcity.company and provide you with personalized content and services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you can manage your preferences or discontinue using our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive.
Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their sites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information. They enable websites to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
- Session management and authentication
- Shopping cart functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and performance optimization
Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how visitors move around our website. This helps us improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users are finding what they are looking for easily.
- Google Analytics for visitor statistics
- Page load time monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
- User journey analysis
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.
- Language and region preferences
- Theme and accessibility settings
- Recently viewed services
- Personalized content recommendations
Marketing and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
- Social media integration and sharing
- Advertising campaign performance tracking
- Retargeting and remarketing
- Conversion tracking
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use several external services, including Google Analytics, which uses cookies to track visitor usage. We may also use social media buttons and/or plugins on this site that connect you with your social networks in various ways.
Google Services
We use Google Analytics, Google Maps, and other Google services that may set cookies to provide analytics and improve our services.
Learn more about Google Privacy PolicySocial Media Platforms
Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn may set cookies when you interact with their plugins or share content.
Learn more about Facebook Privacy PolicyManaging Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser, and from version to version.
How to control cookies:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Cookie Consent Tools
When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
Important Notice
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies, you may not be able to access all or parts of our site, or some functionality may be limited. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.
Cookie Retention
Cookies remain on your device for different periods of time depending on their type:
| Cookie Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser is closed | Essential website functionality |
| Persistent Cookies | 1 month to 2 years | User preferences and analytics |
| Third-party Cookies | Varies (typically 1-2 years) | Advertising and social media integration |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Contact Information
BuildCity
J.P. Laurel Ave., Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines
Phone: +63 917 722 9900
Email: [email protected]