Last Updated: October 2025
Smiles by Nikki (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://smilesbynikki.com (the “Site”), to enhance user experience, analyze website performance, and ensure our Site functions effectively.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we use, and how you can control or disable them.
By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this Policy.
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They allow the Site to recognize your device, store preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
Cookies can serve many functions, including:
- Remembering user preferences and settings
- Improving site speed and security
- Analyzing how visitors use our Site
- Personalizing user experience
Cookies are not used to identify you personally, and we do not use them to collect sensitive information such as your health or financial details.
2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
Smiles by Nikki uses several types of cookies to ensure the best possible experience for visitors. These include:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Site. They enable core features such as navigation, secure login, and form submissions. Without these cookies, the Site may not function properly.
Examples include:
- Session cookies for website functionality
- Security cookies to protect against unauthorized access
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are visited most frequently, how users move through the Site, and any error messages received.
We use this data to improve our website’s performance and usability. Analytics cookies may include:
- Google Analytics — tracks anonymized visitor interactions (e.g., page views, session duration, referral sources).
For more details, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
c. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember user preferences, such as language, location, or form inputs, to provide a more personalized browsing experience.
For example, if you complete a contact or consultation form, cookies may store your input temporarily to help you complete it later.
d. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to deliver relevant advertisements or track the effectiveness of our promotions. These cookies help ensure that ads you see on other websites relate to your interests.
Smiles by Nikki does not sell personal information to third parties or allow external ad networks to collect health-related data.
3. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Some cookies used on our Site come from trusted third-party providers. These cookies may track anonymous usage data or deliver certain features, such as maps, analytics, or embedded videos.
Common examples include:
- Google Analytics — to analyze website performance
- YouTube or Vimeo — if videos are embedded on the Site
- Google Maps — to display our office location
These third parties may set their own cookies according to their privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their respective policies to learn more about how your data is used.
4. HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website
- Understand how visitors use our Site
- Improve functionality and design
- Monitor and measure marketing effectiveness
- Maintain website security and prevent fraud
- Store user preferences and personalize content
All cookies we use serve a legitimate business purpose in improving user experience and maintaining the integrity of our Site.
5. COOKIE CONSENT
When you first visit our Site, a banner or pop-up notice appears informing you that we use cookies. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to browse, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by disabling or deleting cookies in your browser settings.
6. MANAGING AND DISABLING COOKIES
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete existing cookies from your device
- Block all cookies or only specific types
- Receive alerts before cookies are stored
Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website features or prevent you from using some parts of the Site.
Browser-Specific Cookie Management:
7. DO NOT TRACK (DNT) SIGNALS
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature that signals websites not to track your activity. Our Site currently does not respond to DNT signals because there is no uniform standard for compliance. However, you may adjust cookie preferences at any time using your browser settings.
8. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our operations. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. CONTACT US
If you have questions or comments about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on our Site, please contact us at:
📞 706-738-8898
🌐 Contact Page