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 help the website remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons, local storage, and device identifiers, which function in comparable ways.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, session management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the service would not work without them.

• Session management and authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and server optimization

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

• Language and region preferences
• User interface customization
• Remembering login details (if you choose)

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the user experience.

• Page views and navigation paths
• Time spent on pages
• Error tracking and performance monitoring

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but uniquely identify your browser and device.

• Interest-based advertising
• Campaign performance measurement
• Retargeting and remarketing

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies include:

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Advertising networks
• Social media platforms
• Customer support tools

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their data practices.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block all or third-party cookies
• Set preferences for certain websites

Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact your experience and limit functionality on our site.

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of interest-based advertising through industry tools such as:

• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. Our site currently does not respond to DNT signals, but we honor your cookie preferences as set through browser settings or consent tools.

5. Cookie Retention

Cookies have varying lifespans:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (days, months, or years) or until you delete them

We aim to set reasonable retention periods based on the purpose of each cookie.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made.

7. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@cart-os.com