Cookie Policy
Small Room Note — Financial Methodology
Last Updated: 2024.
Jurisdiction: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (PIPEDA & PIPA compliant).
1. Introduction and Legal Context
Small Room Note ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website dedicated to the "Envelope Method" of financial accounting. As an entity operating in Edmonton, Alberta, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about the technologies we use.
This Cookie Policy explains how and why cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other similar technologies may be stored on and accessed from your device when you use or visit our site. This policy is drafted in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of Alberta.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. In the context of the Envelope Method system, cookies help us understand how users interact with our financial templates and educational resources.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
We categorize our cookies into three main groups based on their function and purpose:
| Category | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for site navigation and security. Cannot be disabled. | Session / 1 Year |
| Analytical/Performance | Used to track traffic patterns in Edmonton and user engagement with budget tools. | 24 Hours - 2 Years |
| Marketing/Targeting | Used to deliver relevant financial education content and track ad conversion. | 90 Days - 1 Year |
4. Specific Purpose of Data Collection
Unlike complex financial software, our method relies on simplicity. However, our digital platform uses cookies to:
- Maintain your session while you browse our budget classification standards.
- Remember your regional settings (Edmonton, AB) for accurate localized economic indicators.
- Identify technical issues within the physical tool documentation database.
- Anonymously aggregate data to improve the "Envelope Method" UI/UX.
5. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we use cookies provided by trusted third parties. For example, we use Google Analytics to help us understand how you use the site and ways that we can improve your experience. These cookies may track things such as how long you spend on the site and the pages that you visit so we can continue to produce engaging content about cash management.
Note: We do not control the dissemination of these third-party cookies. You should check the relevant third-party website for more information about these.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Under Canadian law, your implied consent may be used for strictly necessary cookies. However, for analytical and marketing cookies, we seek your express consent via our cookie banner. By continuing to use the site after seeing the banner, or by clicking "Accept", you agree to our use of these technologies.
7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the button below:
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.
8. Regional Compliance (Alberta)
Since Small Room Note is focused on the Edmonton market, we specifically adhere to the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta (OIPC) guidelines. If you believe your data has been handled incorrectly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the OIPC.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
Small Room Note
Address: 10155 102 St NW, Edmonton
Email:
Phone: +1 (248) 419-9552