At Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, Michelle Hardaway M.D., we value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use your data. This statement explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and your choices regarding their use.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function more efficiently and provide valuable information to website owners to improve user experience.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by the website you are visiting) or “third-party” (set by services integrated into the website, such as analytics or advertising networks).
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes, including:
- Essential Website Functions
These cookies are necessary for the site to work properly. Without them, some features and services may not be available. - Performance & Analytics
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site by collecting information about page views, time spent on pages, and other traffic data.
Example: Google Analytics. - Personalization & Preferences
These cookies remember your preferences, such as language selection, location, or login information, to provide a more personalized experience. - Advertising & Marketing
These cookies track browsing behavior to display relevant ads and measure their effectiveness.
Example: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Type of Cookie | Purpose | Example |
| Strictly Necessary | Core site functions, security, authentication. | Login sessions, security tokens |
| Performance | Analytics and performance insights. | Google Analytics |
| Functional | Save user settings and preferences. | Language selection, form data |
| Targeting/Marketing | Personalized ads and marketing campaign tracking. | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads |
Your Choices & Control
We respect your right to control your personal data.
Here are your options regarding cookies:
- Accept All Cookies:
Enable full functionality and personalized services. - Reject Non-Essential Cookies:
Only essential cookies will be stored. - Customize Settings:
Choose which cookie categories you want to allow.
You can also manage or delete cookies directly through your browser settings.
Here are links for popular browsers:
GDPR Compliance
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have specific rights, including:
- The right to know what data we collect and how it is used.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time.
- The right to access, correct, or delete your data.
- The right to restrict or object to processing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
Changes to This Policy
We may update this statement from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our services. The latest version will always be posted on this page, along with the effective date.
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