Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the Rapid2Market website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Contents
- What Are Cookies?
- Cookies We Use
- Why We Use Cookies
- Third-Party Cookies
- Managing Your Cookie Preferences
- Browser Cookie Settings
- Updates to This Policy
- Contact Us
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.
Types of Cookies
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help the website remember your actions during a single browsing session.
Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
First-Party Cookies
Cookies set by the website you are visiting (in this case, rapid2market.com).
Third-Party Cookies
Cookies set by external services integrated into the website (such as analytics or payment providers).
2. Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on our website:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sessions | Maintains your session while browsing the website. Essential for the booking system and forms to work correctly. | Session | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| Tokens | Security token that protects against cross-site request forgery attacks when submitting forms. | Session | Session |
| Consent | Remembers your cookie consent preferences so the banner doesn't show on every page. | Persistent | 12 months |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalisation but are not strictly necessary.
No functional cookies currently in use.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.
No analytics cookies currently in use.
Note: We do not currently use analytics services such as Google Analytics. If this changes in the future, this policy will be updated and your consent will be requested.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential website functionality: To enable core features like the booking system, forms, and security features
- Session management: To maintain your session while you browse and complete bookings
- Security: To protect against security threats and fraudulent form submissions
- Preference storage: To remember your cookie consent preferences
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include content from third-party services. These services may set their own cookies:
Payment Providers
When making payments, you may be directed to third-party payment processors who have their own cookie policies. These are necessary to process your payment securely.
Embedded Content
If we embed content from other sites (such as maps or videos), those sites may set their own cookies. We have no control over these third-party cookies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept: Allow all cookies (essential and any optional cookies)
- Continue browsing: Only essential cookies will be used
Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the website
- Using your browser's cookie settings (see below)
Australian Privacy Law
While Australia does not have specific cookie consent laws like the EU's GDPR, we believe in transparency and giving you control over your data. Our cookie practices comply with the Australian Privacy Principles.
6. Browser Cookie Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work correctly:
- The booking system may not function properly
- Form submissions may fail due to missing security tokens
- You may see the cookie consent banner on every visit
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
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.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Rapid2Market
Unit 5, 72 Canterbury Rd Bankstown 2200
Email: info@rapid2market.com
Phone: +61450 304304
For more information about how we handle your personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.