Cookie Protocol
Yard Ledger Transparency Report
Last Updated: 2024 | Jurisdiction: Alberta, Canada
01. What Are Cookies?
At Yard Ledger, we believe that fighting impulsive online consumption starts with understanding the digital environment. Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They act as a memory for the website, allowing us to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
In the context of our mission—reducing "one-click" impulse buys—cookies help us understand how you interact with our financial stability tools and audit resources without compromising your digital sovereignty.
02. Legal Framework & Jurisdiction
As Yard Ledger operates from Edmonton, Alberta, our data processing activities are governed by the following Canadian federal and provincial statutes:
- PIPEDA: The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (Federal).
- Alberta PIPA: The Personal Information Protection Act (Alberta), which governs how private sector organizations collect and use personal data.
- CASL: Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation, regarding electronic communications.
Under Alberta's PIPA, "consent" is the cornerstone. By continuing to use Yard Ledger, you acknowledge our use of essential cookies. For non-essential trackers, we provide opt-out mechanisms in accordance with the "Reasonable Person" test defined in Canadian law.
03. Cookie Categories & Inventory
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the website to function. Includes security protocols and load balancing. These cannot be switched off. | Session / 1 Year |
| Analytical | We use these to measure how users interact with our "Personal Asset Audit" tools. All data is aggregated and anonymous. | 24 Hours - 2 Years |
| Functionality | Remembers your choice of currency or regional settings for financial stability calculations. | 6 Months |
| Behavioral / Anti-Impulse | Unique to Yard Ledger: these cookies identify if you are frequently visiting "buy" triggers to offer dopamine-regulation content. | 30 Days |
04. Managing Your Protocol
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking the button below or by adjusting your browser settings.
Browser Level Control
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
- • Google Chrome Settings > Privacy
- • Apple Safari > Preferences
- • Mozilla Firefox > Options > Privacy
- • Microsoft Edge > Settings > Privacy
05. Third-Party Trackers
Yard Ledger limits the use of third-party cookies to prevent external marketing engines from tracking your impulsive tendencies. However, some services (like video embeds or analytical suites) may deploy their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.
For a full list of our current third-party partners and their privacy statements, please contact our Data Protection Officer.
Questions regarding this Protocol?
Yard Ledger Compliance Dept.
Address: 10180 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S4
Email:
Phone: +1 (381) 551-8455