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Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 1, YEAR_PLACEHOLDER
Last Updated: January 1, YEAR_PLACEHOLDER

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how SITENAME_PLACEHOLDER ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings or discontinue use of our website.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting
  • Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the website you are visiting

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems.

Purpose:

  • Enable basic website functionality and navigation
  • Remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Maintain website security
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Purpose:

  • Count visits and measure traffic sources
  • Analyze which pages are most and least popular
  • Understand how visitors navigate the website
  • Identify technical issues and improve website performance
  • Measure the effectiveness of our content

Technologies Used:

  • Google Analytics
  • Other web analytics tools

Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interest

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.

Purpose:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Customize content based on your location
  • Store information you've entered into forms
  • Provide enhanced functionality and personalization

Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interest

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These 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 to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Purpose:

  • Display personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior
  • Track advertising campaign performance
  • Limit the number of times you see the same ad
  • Measure ad clicks and conversions
  • Build profiles of your interests for targeted advertising
  • Support retargeting and remarketing campaigns

Technologies and Partners:

  • Google Ads and Google Display Network
  • Facebook Pixel (Meta Ads)
  • Bing Ads (Microsoft Advertising)
  • Other third-party advertising networks

Legal Basis: Consent

4. Specific Cookies We Use

Below are examples of cookies that may be used on our website:

4.1 First-Party Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year
session_id Maintains your browsing session Session

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

Service Purpose Cookie Examples
Google Analytics Website analytics and performance tracking _ga, _gid, _gat
Google Ads Advertising and conversion tracking _gcl_au, IDE, test_cookie
Facebook Pixel Advertising and remarketing _fbp, fr
Bing Ads Advertising and conversion tracking MUID, _uetsid

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Additional cookies may be set by third-party services.

5. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

5.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)

Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that work in conjunction with cookies to track activity and send information to our servers or third-party partners.

5.2 Local Storage

Technology that allows websites to store data locally in your browser, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.

5.3 SDKs and APIs

Software development kits and application programming interfaces used to collect information about your device and usage patterns.

5.4 Fingerprinting

Techniques that collect information about your device configuration (browser type, screen resolution, installed fonts, etc.) to create a unique identifier.

6. Third-Party Cookies and Services

6.1 Google Services

We use various Google services that set cookies:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance measurement
  • Google Ads: For advertising, remarketing, and conversion tracking
  • Google Tag Manager: For managing website tags and tracking codes

For more information, see Google's Cookie Policy and Google's Privacy Policy.

To opt-out of Google Analytics, visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6.2 Facebook/Meta Services

We use Facebook Pixel for advertising and remarketing purposes.

For more information, see Facebook's Cookie Policy and Facebook's Privacy Policy.

To manage Facebook ad settings, visit Facebook Ad Settings.

6.3 Microsoft/Bing Services

We use Bing Ads (Microsoft Advertising) for advertising and conversion tracking.

For more information, see Microsoft's Privacy Statement.

6.4 Other Third-Party Services

We may use additional third-party services that set their own cookies. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies governing their use of cookies and personal information.

7. Your Cookie Choices and Rights

7.1 Cookie Banner

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

  • Accept all cookies
  • Decline non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences (if available)

7.2 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually or all at once
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies entirely
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions:

7.3 Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising

You can opt-out of interest-based advertising through:

7.4 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that signal websites you do not want to be tracked. There is currently no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT browser signals.

7.5 Mobile Device Settings

Mobile devices offer settings to limit ad tracking:

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track (disable)
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block cookies, please note that:

  • Some features of the website may not function properly
  • You may not be able to access certain areas of the website
  • Your user experience may be degraded
  • You will need to re-enter preferences each time you visit
  • You may still see advertisements, but they will not be personalized to your interests

9. Data Retention

Cookie retention periods vary depending on the type of cookie:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you manually delete them

You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

10. Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data or information that can be linked to personal data we hold about you. We treat such information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Your privacy rights under applicable laws (such as GDPR, CCPA) apply to personal data collected through cookies. Please see our Privacy Policy for information about your rights and how to exercise them.

11. International Data Transfers

Information collected through cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.

When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards as described in our Privacy Policy.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or other means. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will delete it as soon as possible.

13. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

14. Contact Us

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

SITENAME_PLACEHOLDER
Email: privacy@DOMAIN_PLACEHOLDER
Contact Page: https://DOMAIN_PLACEHOLDER/contact-us/


This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with cookie regulations in tier 1 countries including GDPR (EU/UK), CCPA (California), PIPEDA (Canada), Privacy Act (Australia), and advertising platform requirements (Google, Facebook, Bing).