Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies to enhance your experience and protect your business formation journey
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.
At Expedite Formation, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, secure your business formation process, and provide personalized services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
- Session management for secure login and form completion
- Shopping cart functionality for service selections
- Security features to protect against fraud and unauthorized access
- Load balancing to ensure optimal website performance
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and providing personalized content.
- Language and region preferences
- User interface customizations
- Form auto-fill for returning customers
- Progress tracking through multi-step business formation processes
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our services and user experience.
- Google Analytics for website usage statistics
- Page view tracking and user journey analysis
- Performance monitoring and error tracking
- Conversion tracking for service completion rates
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and deliver relevant advertisements. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
- Targeted advertising based on your interests
- Retargeting campaigns for incomplete applications
- Social media integration and sharing capabilities
- Email marketing campaign effectiveness tracking
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We work with trusted partners to provide enhanced functionality and security for your business formation experience.
Payment Processing
- PayPal: Secure payment processing and fraud protection
- Stripe: Credit card processing and transaction security
Analytics and Performance
- Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis
- Google Tag Manager: Managing tracking codes and analytics
Customer Support
- Live Chat Services: Real-time customer support functionality
- Help Desk Systems: Ticket management and support tracking
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Security: Protecting your personal and business information during the formation process
- Functionality: Ensuring smooth navigation through multi-step business formation applications
- Personalization: Remembering your preferences and providing relevant service recommendations
- Analytics: Understanding how our services are used to improve the formation experience
- Marketing: Delivering relevant information about business formation services
- Compliance: Meeting legal and regulatory requirements for business formation services
Cookie Duration
Cookies may be stored on your device for different periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
- Local Storage: Data stored locally until manually cleared
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over the cookies we use. Here are your options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Notify you when a website wants to set a cookie
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Advertising Cookies: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- Social Media: Adjust privacy settings on your social media accounts
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, please note that this may affect your experience on our website:
- Some features may not function properly
- You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
- Your preferences may not be saved
- The business formation process may be disrupted
- Security features may be compromised
Cookies and Business Formation Data
When you use our business formation services, certain cookies help protect and streamline your experience:
- Secure session management during sensitive data entry
- Progress tracking through multi-step applications
- Fraud prevention during payment processing
- Document upload and management functionality
- Communication preferences for status updates
Data Protection and Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Any data collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.
Contact Information
For questions about cookies or to exercise your rights regarding cookie data, please contact our Data Protection Officer or customer support team. We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.
Last updated: July 20, 2025
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or want to manage your preferences, please contact us:
[email protected]