Cookie Policy
Learn about the cookies we use and how to manage your preferences
Last Updated: August 25, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile phone when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
When you visit our website, we may place cookies on your device to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide a more customized experience.
Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your device. They are uniquely assigned to your device and cannot be transferred to another user.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving different purposes. Below is a detailed explanation of each category:
2.1 Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
Status: Always On
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are essential for:
- Enabling page navigation and access to secure areas
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
- Maintaining your session while browsing the site
- Processing form submissions correctly
- Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
2.2 Analytics/Performance Cookies
Status: Toggleable
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. This data helps us improve our website and services. Analytics cookies track:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our website (referral source)
- Which pages are most popular
- Any errors encountered while browsing
- Device and browser types used
2.3 Marketing/Advertising Cookies
Status: Toggleable
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. They may be set by third-party advertising partners. Marketing cookies help with:
- Showing you relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Limiting how many times you see an advertisement
- Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Remembering that you have visited our website
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies. Below are the third-party services we use:
3.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, including:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- How you arrived at our website
- What you click on while using our website
Google Analytics cookies are set by Google and are subject to Google's privacy policy. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3.2 FormSubmit
We use FormSubmit (formsubmit.co) to process our contact forms. FormSubmit may set cookies to:
- Process form submissions
- Prevent spam and abuse
- Verify successful submissions
For more information, see FormSubmit's website.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
4.1 Website Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences directly on our website:
- Click the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
- When you first visit our site, you can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences
- Your preferences will be saved for future visits
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
4.3 Mobile Device Settings
Mobile browsers typically offer similar cookie management options. Check your device's settings or browser menu for options.
5. What Happens If You Disable Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, our website will still function, but some features may be limited:
- Essential cookies disabled: The website may not function properly. You may not be able to navigate pages, submit forms, or access certain content.
- Analytics cookies disabled: We will not be able to collect information about your visit, which helps us improve our website and services.
- Marketing cookies disabled: You may still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests.
Disabling cookies may result in:
- Being asked to accept cookies each time you visit
- Losing saved preferences
- Reduced website performance
- Limited access to certain features
6. Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while browsing.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. Duration varies by cookie type:
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- New services or features that use cookies
- Changes in applicable laws or regulations
- Industry best practices
When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- We may notify you via a banner or popup on our website
- Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Quality Alarm Systems, Inc.
7555 W Highway 98
Pensacola, FL 32506
Email: help@qualityalarmsystems.org
Phone: +1 (865) 244-5658
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find these resources helpful:
For information about how we handle your personal data, please also read our Privacy Policy.