This Cookie Policy explains how Santiago & Company Consulting, LLC ("Santiago & Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites, mobile application, and software platforms (collectively, our "Sites").
This policy provides you with information about what cookies are, what types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control your cookie preferences. By using our Sites, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Cookie Policy.
For information about how we process personal data more generally, please see our Privacy Policy.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used. Cookies can be "first-party cookies" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party cookies" (set by a party other than the website you are visiting). Cookies can also be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
Pixels and Tags
Pixels (also known as web beacons, pixel tags, or clear GIFs) are tiny, transparent images embedded in web pages or emails. When you load a page or open an email containing a pixel, it sends information back to a server, such as your IP address, browser type, and the time you viewed the content. Local Storage Local storage (including HTML5 local storage and browser cache) allows websites to store data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not automatically sent to servers with each request.
Software Development Kits (SDKs)
In our mobile application, we may use SDKs, which are packages of code that enable certain functionality. SDKs may collect information similar to cookies, such as device identifiers and usage data.
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
Essential/Strictly Necessary
These cookies are necessary for our Sites to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Sites would not function properly without them. Analytics and Performance These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Sites by collecting and reporting information about usage patterns. We use this data to improve our Sites and measure the effectiveness of our content.
Functionality
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or form entries. If you disable these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
Advertising and Targeting
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission.
Social Media and Embedded Content
Our Sites may include embedded content from third parties (such as videos and maps) and social media features. These third parties may set their own cookies when you interact with their content.
Our mobile application uses limited tracking technologies compared to our websites.
The mobile application may use:
- Analytics SDKs to understand app usage and performance
- Crash reporting tools to identify and fix technical issues
- Device identifiers for analytics purposes
The mobile application does not use advertising pixels or retargeting technologies. You can manage app tracking through your device settings (see "Your Choices" below).
You have several options for managing cookies and tracking technologies.
Consent Management
When you first visit our Sites, you will be presented with a cookie consent 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. Note: We are in the process of implementing a comprehensive consent management platform to provide you with more granular control over your cookie preferences.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser.
The following links may help:
- Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy Microsoft Edge: edge://settings/privacy
Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our Sites may not function properly.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the following industry tools:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): www.aboutads.info/choices
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): www.networkadvertising.org/choices
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): www.youronlinechoices.eu
Platform-Specific Opt-Outs You can also opt out of specific advertising platforms directly:
- Google Ads Settings: adssettings.google.com
- Facebook Ad Preferences: www.facebook.com/ads/preferences
- LinkedIn Ad Preferences: www.linkedin.com/psettings/advertising
- Twitter Personalization: twitter.com/settings/account/personalization
- Microsoft Privacy Dashboard: account.microsoft.com/privacy
Mobile Device Settings
For our mobile application and mobile web browsing:
iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking (to manage app tracking); Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security (for Safari cookies)
Android: Settings > Google > Ads (to manage advertising ID); Settings > Privacy (for browser settings)
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting.
Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our Sites do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we continue to monitor developments in this area.
Global Privacy Control
We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as a valid opt-out request for the sale or sharing of personal information under applicable state privacy laws. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
Santiago & Company's websites may feature links to third-party websites, including social media platforms. These external websites operate under their own terms of use and privacy policies. Before interacting with or submitting information to these sites, we recommend reviewing their respective terms and policies.
Santiago & Company neither endorses nor accepts responsibility for the content, practices, or your use of these third-party websites.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland
If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, we will only set non-essential cookies with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie settings. For analytics and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent as the legal basis for processing. For essential cookies, we rely on our legitimate interest in providing a functional and secure website.
California and Other U.S. States
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state laws, some cookies may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. You have the right to opt out of this activity. We honor Global Privacy Control signals and provide an opt-out mechanism through our cookie settings.
For more information about your rights under state privacy laws, please see the "U.S. State Privacy Rights" section of our Privacy Policy.