Welcome to SpruceStoneHouse! This page describes how tracking technologies (such as cookies and local storage) are employed on our site, why they are there, and the options you can exercise.

We rely on these technologies to ensure the site operates consistently, gain insight into how visitors interact with our pages, and recall preferences when you opt in. You may review or adjust your choices at any time.

Why These Technologies Are Important

Contemporary websites commonly depend on small data files and scripts to deliver expected features. For instance, session data can support navigation stability and minimize repetitive tasks.

Certain tracking is vital for site integrity. Other types can aid us in boosting performance, identifying useful areas, and tailoring the experience when you consent.

We also analyze aggregated usage data to detect patterns—like sluggish pages or perplexing navigation—and use that to enhance the site.

• Essential technologies support core functions and help avoid navigation errors.
• Performance analytics reveal what performs well and what could be improved, using aggregated visit data.
• Preference storage can recall selections across sessions when you enable optional categories.
• Customization features may tailor content based on your interactions where enabled.
• Experience optimization helps keep pages fast, consistent, and dependable across devices.

Usage Limitations

You decide which optional categories are active. Most browsers also let you manage cookies and stored site data, including removing existing entries.

Turning off certain technologies can affect how the site behaves. For instance, blocking essential storage may disrupt navigation stability, while disabling analytics lowers our ability to diagnose performance issues.

You may also use privacy tools or extensions to block trackers. Note that these tools can occasionally interfere with essential site features.

• Browser controls allow you to block or erase cookies and stored data.
• Preference choices can be adjusted by updating your consent.
• Functional impact may involve losing preferences or disrupting site mechanics when blocking essential storage.
• Third-party tools can decrease tracking but might break parts of the site.
• Informed choices are encouraged—use settings that align with your comfort level.

Supplementary Terms

We keep different categories of tracking data for varying durations depending on purpose. Essential session data usually expires soon, while aggregated analytics may be stored longer to help us spot trends.

We implement security measures to minimize the risk of unauthorized access and limit data handling to what's necessary.

• Retention varies by category and purpose.
• Security includes safeguards for storage and access.
• Data minimization means gathering only what’s needed.
• Compliance with applicable privacy standards and regulations.
• Transparency is kept through clear policy updates.

Other Methods

Besides cookies, sites can use mechanisms like web beacons, pixels, and browser storage. These help gauge engagement, sustain stability, and recall preferences.

Server logs may also store technical details (such as access times or error traces) for security and troubleshooting. Access is restricted and retention is managed.

• Beacons and pixels can measure engagement in a limited manner.
• Local and session storage can store preferences and temporary data.
• Device and session signals can aid in protecting the site from abuse.
• Server logs assist with debugging and security monitoring.
• User controls exist via browser settings and consent preferences.