Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, login information, and browsing behavior. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain until they expire or you delete them).

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, network management, and accessibility.

Analytics Cookies

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

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or limit how many times you see an ad.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics - For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Google reCAPTCHA - For spam and bot protection
• Facebook Pixel - For advertising and remarketing (if enabled)
• LinkedIn Insight Tag - For B2B marketing analytics (if enabled)
• Intercom - For customer support chat functionality
• Stripe - For secure payment processing

4. How to Control Cookies

You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu. Common browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you can choose which categories of cookies to accept through our cookie consent banner. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Facebook: facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:

• Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic functionality
• You may not be able to access certain features of our platform
• Your login session may not persist between visits
• Language and display preferences may not be remembered
• Some forms may not work correctly without reCAPTCHA cookies

6. Cookie Retention Periods

Different cookies are retained for different periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Authentication cookies: Up to 1 year or until you log out
• Analytics cookies: Typically 24 hours to 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Usually 30-90 days

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website. We encourage you to periodically review this policy.