Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

1.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website or use our platform. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow us to recognize your device and store information about your preferences and activities.

1.2 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

• Web Beacons: Small graphic images that track user interactions
• Local Storage: Browser storage for application data and preferences
• Session Storage: Temporary storage for current browsing session
• Pixels: Tracking codes embedded in web pages or emails

2. Types of Cookies We Use

3. Third-Party Cookies

3.1 Third-Party Services

We use various third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device:

3.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they collect and use your information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for:

• Maintaining your login session
• Storing temporary form data
• Managing shopping cart contents
• Enabling secure navigation

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted:

• Short-term (1-30 days): User preferences, recent activities
• Medium-term (1-12 months): Analytics data, performance metrics
• Long-term (1-2 years): Marketing preferences, device recognition

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Learn more about our cookie practices

5.2 Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through:

• Your account settings dashboard
• The cookie preferences link in our website footer
• The cookie settings panel (accessible via the cookie icon)

5.3 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies: May prevent proper platform functionality
• Block third-party cookies: Limits tracking but may affect features
• Delete existing cookies: Removes stored preferences and login status
• Private/Incognito mode: Prevents most cookie storage

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

6.1 Essential Cookies Disabled

• Unable to log in or maintain login sessions
• Loss of security protections
• Inability to access account-specific features
• Potential platform instability or errors

6.2 Functional Cookies Disabled

• Loss of personalized settings and preferences
• Need to reconfigure settings on each visit
• Reduced user experience quality
• Potential loss of form data during navigation

6.3 Analytics Cookies Disabled

• Reduced ability to improve our services
• Less personalized feature recommendations
• Difficulty identifying and fixing issues
• Limited insights into user needs and preferences

6.4 Marketing Cookies Disabled

• Less relevant advertisements
• Repeated display of the same ads
• Reduced social media integration
• Limited ability to measure marketing effectiveness

7. Data Protection and Security

7.1 Cookie Data Security

• All cookies are transmitted over secure HTTPS connections
• Sensitive information is encrypted before storage
• Cookie data is protected against unauthorized access
• Regular security audits of cookie implementations

7.2 Data Minimization

We follow data minimization principles by only collecting cookie data that is necessary for the specified purposes and retaining it for the minimum time required.

8. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party services may transfer cookie data to countries outside your jurisdiction. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU data transfers
• Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent protection
• Certification schemes and codes of conduct
• Binding corporate rules for multinational companies

9. Contact Information

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes through email notifications, platform announcements, or by updating the effective date. Your continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.