Cookies Policy
Effective: 19 October 2026
This policy explains how NQ Ortho (Cairns Orthodontic Specialists Pty Ltd) uses cookies and similar tools on www.nqortho.com.au. It forms part of our Privacy Policy.
1. What cookies are
A cookie is a small file your browser stores when you visit a website. Some are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies). Others stay until they expire or you delete them (persistent cookies). “Pixels” and “tags” are similar tools that tell a provider when you visit a page.
2. Your choice
Essential cookies run automatically because the site can't work without them. All other cookies and tools only run if you accept them in our cookie banner. You can change your choice at any time via the “Cookie settings” link in our website footer.
3. Cookies and tools we use
| Category | Tool | What it does | Runs without consent? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website system | Keeps the site working as you move between pages and remembers your cookie choice | Yes |
| Analytics | Google Analytics | Counts visits, shows which pages are used, and measures enquiries from our Google ads | No |
| Analytics | Microsoft Clarity | Heatmaps and session recordings of how people use pages. Form fields are masked | No |
We don't intend to share health information with these providers.
These providers may process information overseas, including in the USA, under their own privacy policies:
- Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Microsoft: https://privacy.microsoft.com/privacystatement
4. Other ways to control cookies
- Change your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Blocking essential cookies may stop parts of the site working.
- Manage ad personalisation in your Google or Microsoft account settings.
- Opt out of personalised Google ads at https://myadcenter.google.com.
5. Contact us
Questions about this policy go to our Privacy Officer: info@nqortho.com.au, (07) 4051 2333, or PO Box 8087, Cairns QLD 4870.
