🍪 Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, provide personalized experiences, and analyze site usage. We use cookies for essential functions, user preferences, analytics, and advertising.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required - Cannot be Disabled)

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function properly:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cc_session	Maintains your login session	Session
cc_wallet	Remembers wallet connection	7 days
cc_consent	Stores your cookie preferences	1 year
cc_csrf	Security protection against CSRF attacks	Session

Functional Cookies (Optional - Enhance User Experience)

These cookies remember your preferences and choices:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cc_language	Your preferred language setting	1 year
cc_theme	Dark/light mode preference	1 year
cc_filters	Saved search filters and preferences	30 days

Analytics Cookies (Optional - Help Us Improve)

We use analytics to understand how users interact with our platform:

Service	Purpose	Provider
Google Analytics	Traffic analysis, user behavior, page views	Google LLC
Mixpanel	Product usage tracking, feature adoption	Mixpanel Inc.
Hotjar	Heatmaps, session recordings, user feedback	Hotjar Ltd.

Advertising Cookies (Optional - Relevant Ads)

Used to show you relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness:

Service	Purpose	Provider
Google Ads	Targeted advertising, conversion tracking	Google LLC
Facebook Pixel	Social media advertising, retargeting	Meta Platforms
LinkedIn Insight Tag	Professional network advertising	LinkedIn Corp.

3. Your Cookie Choices

Managing Cookies

You have complete control over cookie usage. You can manage cookies through:

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser:

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

Opt-Out Tools

Third-party opt-out options:

• Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
• NAI Opt-Out: Network Advertising Initiative
• DAA Opt-Out: Digital Advertising Alliance

4. Regulatory Compliance

GDPR (European Union)

• Explicit consent required before non-essential cookies
• Right to withdraw consent anytime
• Clear information about cookie purposes
• Easy access to privacy settings

CCPA (California)

• Right to know what cookies are collected
• Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
• Right to delete cookie data
• No discrimination for exercising rights

ePrivacy Directive (EU)

• Cookie information before consent
• Granular consent for different cookie types
• Consent valid for maximum 13 months

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use. These services have their own privacy policies:

• Google: Privacy Policy
• Meta/Facebook: Privacy Policy
• LinkedIn: Privacy Policy
• Paypal: Privacy Policy

6. Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser. Used for:

• Login sessions
• Shopping cart (if applicable)
• Form data retention

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted. Used for:

• Remembering preferences
• Analytics over time
• Long-term authentication

7. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in cookie technologies
• New features or services
• Regulatory requirements

We'll notify you of significant changes via email or platform notice.

8. Contact Us

Questions about our cookie practices?