At Pittsburgh Merchant Services, we value your privacy and are committed to providing clear, transparent information about how and why we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them for delivering our Pittsburgh merchant services, credit card processing in Pittsburgh, payment processing for Pittsburgh businesses, POS systems, and payment gateway solutions, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By continuing to use pittsburgh-merchantservices.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies as described herein, you can change your browser settings or refrain from using our site.
Why We Use Cookies
Cookies play a crucial role in how we deliver Pittsburgh merchant services and credit card processing solutions. We use cookies for the following reasons:
a. Essential Website Functionality
Cookies enable core features of our website, such as secure login, account management, and access to restricted areas (e.g., client dashboards or POS system demos). Without these cookies, some services on our website may not function properly.
b. Analytics and Performance
We use cookies to collect aggregated, anonymous data about how visitors use our website. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how users interact with our POS systems content or payment gateway services, and where we can improve navigation or user experience for Pittsburgh businesses.
c. Personalization
Cookies remember your preferences (such as language, location, or previous service selections), helping us customize content and present relevant information about payment processing or small business payments for the Pittsburgh area.
d. Marketing and Advertising
With your consent, we may use cookies to deliver targeted advertising or measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns related to Pittsburgh merchant services or credit card processing in Pittsburgh.
e. Security and Fraud Prevention
Cookies help us detect suspicious activities, prevent fraud, and protect your information when you use our secure payment gateway or POS systems.
Types of Cookies We Use
To ensure the best possible service for our Pittsburgh merchant services clients and website visitors, we use several types of cookies:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for you to navigate our website and use its core features, such as accessing secure areas, submitting forms, or logging into your merchant services account. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site. For example, we use Google Analytics and similar tools to track site visits, page views, and traffic sources. The data helps us improve site usability, optimize credit card processing pages, and make better business decisions to support Pittsburgh small business payments.
c. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow us to remember your preferences (such as saving form entries or remembering service selections), making future visits to our website more convenient. This can be especially useful if you frequently research POS systems in Pittsburgh or request quotes for payment processing.
d. Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They help us deliver personalized advertisements relevant to Pittsburgh businesses and measure campaign performance. For example, you may see ads for Pittsburgh payment gateway solutions based on your previous interactions with our website.
e. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be set by third-party service providers (such as analytics platforms, advertising networks, or embedded video players). We do not control the use of these cookies, but we ensure that all partners comply with privacy and security standards relevant to Pittsburgh merchant services.
How We Use Cookie Data
Improving User Experience
We analyze cookie data to enhance the functionality and user experience of pittsburgh-merchantservices.com. By understanding how Pittsburgh business owners navigate our site or which pages on credit card processing in Pittsburgh are most visited, we can provide more relevant resources, guides, and support.
Cookies also allow us to provide seamless transitions between pages, pre-fill forms, and personalize content for returning visitors seeking payment processing or POS systems in Pittsburgh.
Supporting Security and Compliance
Cookie data is vital for maintaining security on our platform. We use cookies to authenticate users, prevent fraudulent logins, and monitor suspicious activities, helping to ensure the integrity of Pittsburgh small business payments and secure transactions through our payment gateway.
Cookies also assist with regulatory compliance, helping us manage cookie consent and record user preferences in line with privacy laws.
Managing and Controlling Cookies
Cookie Consent
When you first visit pittsburgh-merchantservices.com, you will see a cookie banner or pop-up asking for your consent to use certain types of cookies. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your cookie preferences.
Your cookie settings are remembered for future visits, but you can update or withdraw your consent at any time by revisiting our Cookie Preferences page or clearing your browser cookies.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block, delete, or restrict cookies for all sites or specific domains. Please note that disabling certain cookies (especially strictly necessary ones) may impact your ability to use key features of our site, such as logging into your merchant account or accessing secure payment processing tools.
Third-Party Opt-Outs
To manage cookies set by third-party services, you may visit their websites or opt out through industry-wide tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) or Network Advertising Initiative (NAI). This helps you control advertising cookies that may appear based on your activity on our site.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulatory requirements, or our business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how cookies are used on our site.