Cookie Policy

Last Updated: Nov, 28, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how SoundGuys.com (“SoundGuys,” “we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website (“Service”).

For information about how we process personal data, please also review our Privacy Policy.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, measure performance, and support advertising.

Cookies may be:
• First-party cookies — placed by SoundGuys
• Third-party cookies — placed by analytics, advertisers, or affiliate partners
• Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies — stored until they expire or are deleted

We also use similar technologies such as:
• Pixels
• Tags
• Web beacons
• SDKs
• Local storage

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2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

They are used to:
• Enable core site features
• Maintain security and prevent fraud
• Load pages and functionality
• Process basic settings and preferences

Without these cookies, SoundGuys may not work properly.

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2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site.

We use them to:
• Measure traffic and page performance
• Identify popular content
• Debug issues
• Improve site usability

Common providers include:
• Google Analytics / GA4
• Internal performance tools

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2.3 Advertising & Marketing Cookies

These cookies support advertising and affiliate programs.

They may be used to:
• Deliver relevant ads
• Limit repeated ad exposure
• Track ad performance
• Attribute purchases to affiliate links
• Measure conversions

They may be placed by:
• Google Ads / AdSense
• Programmatic advertising providers
• Affiliate networks
• Amazon Associates
• Social platforms (YouTube, Facebook, X)

These may collect data across websites to personalize ads where legally permitted.

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2.4 Affiliate Tracking Cookies

SoundGuys participates in affiliate programs. When you click an affiliate link:
• A cookie may be placed to track referrals
• A retailer or network may record purchases for commission attribution

This does not increase the price you pay.

Common affiliate networks include:
• Amazon Associates
• Impact
• CJ
• Skimlinks

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2.5 Functionality Cookies

These cookies store optional settings such as:
• User preferences
• Consent choices
• Audio/video player settings
• Localization (e.g., language, region)

They enhance user experience but are not essential.

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3. How You Can Manage Cookies

You can control cookies using several methods.

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3.1 Cookie Banner (EU/UK)

For visitors in the EU/UK, we provide:
• Accept all
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Manage preferences

You may update your preferences at any time.

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3.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers let you:
• Block cookies
• Delete cookies
• Disable third-party cookies
• Clear local storage

Instructions vary by browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).

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3.3 Industry Opt-Out Tools

You may opt out of personalized advertising via:
• Google Ad Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)

These tools often apply only to the current browser.

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3.4 Opting Out of Affiliate Tracking

Affiliate cookies generally cannot be disabled individually, but can be blocked by:
• Using strict browser privacy settings
• Using private browsing modes
• Blocking third-party cookies
• Using content blockers

Blocking these may affect our ability to receive affiliate commissions.

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4. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party providers may set cookies or tracking technologies on our website. These include:
• Analytics services
• Advertising partners
• Affiliate programs
• Social media platforms
• Embedded content providers (e.g., YouTube)

We do not control these cookies directly.

To learn more, review each provider’s privacy policy.

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5. Do Not Track (DNT)

We do not respond to “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals because there is no industry standard for compliance.
We honor legally required opt-outs in applicable jurisdictions.

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6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally.
Changes are effective when posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the Service indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

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7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, contact us at: [email protected]

Mailing address:

SoundGuys
PO BOX 20547 Howe St. RPO
V6Z28, British Columbia, Canada