Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They help us to improve our Platform and deliver a better and more personalized service to you.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

3. Detailed Cookie Information

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
session_id	Maintains user session	Essential	Session
user_preferences	Stores user preferences	Functionality	1 year
analytics_data	Website analytics	Performance	2 years
marketing_tracking	Marketing campaign tracking	Marketing	6 months
language_setting	Language preference	Functionality	1 year
consent_status	Cookie consent status	Essential	1 year

4. How We Use Cookies

4.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Platform. They include:

• Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
• Security cookies to protect against fraud
• Load balancing cookies to ensure website stability
• Cookie consent cookies to remember your preferences

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Platform:

• Google Analytics to track website usage
• Heat mapping tools to understand user behavior
• Error tracking to identify and fix issues
• Performance monitoring to optimize loading times

4.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Language and region preferences
• Theme and display preferences
• Form data to prevent data loss
• User interface customizations

4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

We use these cookies to deliver relevant advertisements:

• Social media integration cookies
• Advertising network cookies
• Retargeting cookies for personalized ads
• Conversion tracking cookies

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our Platform may contain cookies from third-party services. These include:

5.1 Google Services

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
• Google Tag Manager: Tag management system
• Google Ads: Advertising and conversion tracking
• YouTube: Video content embedding

5.2 Social Media Platforms

• Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
• LinkedIn: Professional networking integration

5.3 Other Third-Party Services

• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
• Customer Support: Live chat and support tools
• Email Marketing: Newsletter and communication tools
• Security Services: Fraud protection and security

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

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

• View and delete cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Set up notifications when cookies are set
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6.3 Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our Platform, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences
• Change your settings at any time

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

8. Mobile Devices and Apps

If you access our Platform through a mobile device or app, similar technologies may be used:

• Local Storage: Similar to cookies but stored locally on your device
• App Analytics: Usage tracking within mobile applications
• Push Notifications: Device-specific identifiers for notifications
• Location Data: GPS and location-based services (with permission)

9. Data Protection and Privacy

Our use of cookies is governed by our Privacy Policy. We are committed to:

• Protecting your personal information
• Using cookies responsibly and transparently
• Complying with applicable data protection laws
• Providing you with control over your data

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our Platform
• Sending you an email notification
• Displaying a notice on our Platform
• Updating the "Last Updated" date below

11. Contact Information

12. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent
• Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for website functionality
• Contract Performance: For cookies necessary to provide our services
• Legal Obligation: For cookies required by applicable laws