Cookie & Tracking Policy
Effective Date: November 26, 2025
Governing Law: Nova Scotia, Canada
This Cookie & Tracking Policy explains how Fund Community First uses cookies, tracking technologies, and similar tools on fundcommunityfirst.ca.
By using the website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below, unless you disable them through your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to:
- Improve website performance
- Support login sessions
- Personalize content
- Provide analytics
- Enhance security
Cookies do not give us direct access to your computer or personal files.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Fund Community First uses the following categories:
2.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functionality of the site.
They enable:
- Account login
- Secure transactions
- Session integrity
- Core platform navigation
You cannot disable essential cookies without disrupting website functionality.
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors use the site.
Collected data may include:
- Page visits
- Click patterns
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
- Browser type
- Device type
- Behavior tracking (anonymized)
Tools may include:
- Google Analytics
- Server-side analytics
- Heatmap tools (if implemented)
Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences, such as:
- Login session
- Display settings
- Preferred language
- Saved form fields
Functionality cookies help personalize the platform experience.
2.4 Advertising / Referral Cookies
Fund Community First does not run third-party display ads.
However, the platform uses tracking for:
- Affiliate referrals
- Sponsorship tracking
- Campaign analytics
- Promotional attribution
These cookies help identify which affiliate or campaign link referred you to the platform.
No personal payment data is shared with affiliates.
2.5 Security Cookies
Used to:
- Detect unusual behavior
- Prevent fraudulent activity
- Protect accounts from unauthorized access
- Track session integrity
Security cookies help us maintain a trusted crowdfunding environment.
3. Third-Party Technologies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Google Analytics
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
- Email service providers
- Cloud hosting platforms
- Identity verification vendors
Each third-party provider has its own privacy policy and compliance obligations.
Fund Community First ensures all third-party partners follow Canadian privacy and data protection standards.
4. Why We Use Cookies
Cookies help Fund Community First:
✔ Keep you logged in securely
✔ Process donations and sponsorships
✔ Improve site performance
✔ Understand visitor behavior
✔ Detect and prevent fraud
✔ Personalize content
✔ Track affiliate and sponsor attribution
Cookies enable the safe, transparent operation of a 0% platform-fee crowdfunding platform.
5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You may disable or restrict cookies by adjusting your browser settings.
Common options include:
- Blocking third-party cookies
- Clearing browsing data
- Disabling cookies entirely
- Using private browsing modes
However:
Disabling essential cookies may prevent the site from functioning properly, including login, donations, or sponsorship purchases.
Links to manage cookies in major browsers:
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Safari
- Edge
- Opera
(Users can search for updated instructions in their respective browser help menus.)
6. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Fund Community First currently does not respond to Do Not Track browser signals due to limited industry-wide support, but users may still manage cookies manually.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie & Tracking Policy at any time.
Material changes will be communicated through:
- Email notices
- Dashboard notifications
- Website banners
Using the platform after changes means you accept the updated policy.
8. Contact Information
For cookie or privacy-related questions:
Fund Community First
Privacy & Security Department
Nova Scotia, Canada
📧 info@fundcommunityfirst.ca
This Cookie & Tracking Policy works alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how Fund Community First collects, uses, and protects personal information.
By using the platform, you also agree to comply with our Supporter & Sponsor Terms, Campaign Creator Terms, Affiliate Terms of Use, and Community Guidelines.
All policies are accessible from the Legal & Policies page.