Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.

At BU Salon and Spa, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and provide you with personalized content and advertisements. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving different purposes:

How We Use Cookies

Essential Website Functionality

We use essential cookies to:

• Remember items you've added to your shopping cart
• Keep you logged in during your visit
• Remember your privacy settings and cookie preferences
• Enable secure browsing and prevent fraud
• Load balance website traffic for optimal performance

Website Analytics and Performance

We use analytics cookies to:

• Understand which pages are most popular
• Monitor website performance and identify technical issues
• Track user journeys to improve navigation
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Generate reports on website usage patterns

Personalization and User Experience

We use functional cookies to:

• Remember your location for local service information
• Customize content based on your preferences
• Provide personalized appointment scheduling options
• Remember your communication preferences
• Display relevant service recommendations

Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while browsing our website.
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a predetermined period or until you manually delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for controlling cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set
• Manage cookies on a site-by-site basis

Opt-Out Tools

For analytics and advertising cookies, you can use the following opt-out tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
• Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
• Your Online Choices (for European users)

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

• Some features may not work properly
• You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
• Personalized content may not be available
• Website performance may be reduced

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help and provide clarity on our privacy practices.