Cookie Policy

Information about the cookies we use and how to manage your preferences.

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Introduction

The Dupuis Group LLC ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or actions.

Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to website owners. Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information, but they can store information that could identify you in combination with other data.

Types of Cookies We Use

Necessary Cookies

Necessary cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure access to authenticated areas, and remembering your cookie preferences. These cookies cannot be disabled.

Examples of necessary cookies include:

  • Session cookies that maintain your login state
  • Security cookies that help detect and prevent fraud
  • Cookies that remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Load-balancing cookies that help distribute traffic

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. This information is used to improve the website and enhance user experience.

Analytics cookies may collect:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Navigation patterns and user flows
  • Error messages encountered
  • Device and browser information
  • Geographic location (country/city level)
  • Traffic source information

This data is typically anonymized and aggregated. We use analytics to understand how visitors interact with our content and to identify areas for improvement.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Marketing cookies may:

  • Track your visits across different websites
  • Remember your interests and preferences
  • Measure advertising campaign performance
  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements

These cookies are typically set by third-party advertising networks with our permission. You can opt out of marketing cookies without affecting the functionality of our website.

Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third parties to place cookies on your device when you visit our website. These third parties include:

Google (Analytics and Maps)

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics cookies collect information about your use of our website, including your IP address, which may be anonymized. Google uses this information to evaluate website activity and compile reports on activity.

Our contact page includes an embedded Google Maps frame. Google may set cookies when you interact with the map.

For more information about Google's privacy practices, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

FormSubmit

Our contact forms are processed by FormSubmit, a third-party form handling service. When you submit a form, FormSubmit may set cookies to process your submission and prevent spam.

For more information about FormSubmit's privacy practices, visit their website.

Other Third Parties

Some content on our website may be embedded from third-party sources (such as videos or images hosted elsewhere). These third parties may set cookies when you interact with their content.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their cookie practices.

How to Configure and Opt-Out

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept All: Enable all cookie types (necessary, analytics, and marketing)
  • Reject All: Enable only necessary cookies
  • Settings: Choose which cookie types to enable or disable

Your preferences are stored and will be remembered on subsequent visits. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer or clearing your browser cookies.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Allow cookies from specific websites
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Set rules for different types of cookies

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit.

Instructions for Popular Browsers

Here are instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your activity tracked. We respect this signal where technically feasible. However, not all browsers support this feature, and not all websites are required to honor it.

Opting Out of Analytics

If you have enabled analytics cookies and wish to opt out later, you can:

  • Use our cookie consent banner to disable analytics cookies
  • Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Clear your browser cookies

Opting Out of Marketing

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:

Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session state while navigating our website.

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and actions across multiple sessions.

The specific cookies we use and their duration may vary. Most analytical and marketing cookies are persistent and may remain on your device for up to 2 years.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact:

The Dupuis Group LLC
1300 Eastman Ave
Ventura, CA 93003, USA
Email: help@dupuisgroup.org
Phone: +1 (513) 394-0150