At Flower Shop Merchant Services, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your online experience with us is secure, informative, and tailored to your needs. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By continuing to browse or use our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand how cookies enhance your experience, what choices you have regarding cookies, and how you can manage or disable them. If you have any questions, our team is always available to assist.
Why We Use Cookies
Cookies play a vital role in ensuring that our website operates efficiently and provides you with a seamless experience. For example, they remember your preferences, such as language selection and login details, so you do not have to enter them every time you visit. This convenience is particularly helpful for returning users who frequently access merchant account information or transaction reports.
Additionally, we use cookies to analyze website traffic, monitor the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and better understand the needs of florists and floral business owners who use our services. By studying how visitors interact with our website, we can continuously enhance our site, improve our offerings, and ensure that the content is relevant and useful to you.
Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the operation of our website. These cookies enable core functions such as secure log-ins, account management, and transaction processing. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly, and you may be unable to access certain services such as applying for a merchant account or managing your payment gateway.
We also use essential cookies to maintain the security of your information. These cookies help detect fraudulent activity and safeguard your data, ensuring that only authorized users can access sensitive areas of the site.
b) Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enhance your experience by remembering your settings and preferences. For example, these cookies can remember your location, language preferences, and customized display settings, making future visits more convenient. If you disable these cookies, some personalized features may not work as intended.
We also utilize functional cookies to provide you with enhanced services, such as remembering your progress in completing application forms or retaining the contents of your shopping cart if you leave the website and return later.
c) Performance and Analytics Cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our website. These cookies help us understand which pages are most popular, how long users stay on each page, and what paths they take through our site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous, used solely to improve website performance and user experience.
Analytics cookies also allow us to test new features, monitor traffic sources, and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. By understanding how users engage with our website, we can make informed decisions to enhance our content and layout for all flower shop owners and operators.
d) Targeting and Advertising Cookies
Targeting cookies are used to deliver ads that are more relevant to you and your interests. They also help limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. These cookies remember that you have visited our website and may share this information with third-party advertisers.
Advertising cookies may also be used by our partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites. These cookies do not directly store personal information but work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to control and manage your cookie preferences at any time. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please be aware that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website, such as logging in, accessing your merchant account, or completing secure transactions.
To manage or delete cookies, refer to the help section of your browser or visit websites that provide detailed guidance on how to control cookies across different browsers and devices. You can also set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being sent, giving you the choice to accept or reject each cookie individually.
For more advanced options, some browsers and third-party tools offer tracking protection, which can further enhance your privacy. However, keep in mind that some cookies are essential for the basic functionality and security of the site, and disabling them may limit your experience.
Data Security and Privacy
We are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of all information collected via cookies. Any data collected through cookies is treated with the same level of protection as other personal data and is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data such as credit card numbers or passwords. All sensitive information is collected through secure, encrypted channels and handled in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, advances in technology, or legal and regulatory developments. When changes are made, the revised policy will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Your continued use of our website after any changes have been made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. If you have any questions about these changes, please contact us for clarification.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookie Policy, please reach out to us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 516-9996