Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to all visitors worldwide and is designed to align with major privacy regimes, including the EU/EEA General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the EU ePrivacy Directive, the UK GDPR, the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA), and Canada’s PIPEDA.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser at the request of a website. They perform functions like remembering preferences, enabling core features, improving performance, and supporting analytics and advertising.
We may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, local storage, and SDKs. References to “cookies” include these technologies.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies — Required for core site functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. These do not require consent but are disclosed for transparency.
- Performance & Analytics Cookies — Help us understand site usage and improve content and navigation. Data is aggregated where possible.
- Functional Cookies — Remember choices such as language, region, and UI preferences.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies — Enable personalized advertising and measurement. These may track your activity across sites.
Legal Basis and Regional Notes
- EU/EEA & UK: We seek prior consent for non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies operate on legitimate interests. You may withdraw consent at any time.
- California: You may opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. See our Privacy Policy for your CPRA rights.
- Canada: We obtain express or implied consent depending on the cookie type and context, consistent with PIPEDA guidance.
- Other regions: We apply comparable controls and honor local requirements where we operate.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties, such as analytics providers, ad networks, and embedded content platforms. These providers may collect information in accordance with their own policies. We contractually require service providers to handle data appropriately where applicable.
Consent Management
On your first visit, we present choices to accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies. Your selection is stored and respected on subsequent visits. You can change your preference at any time via Cookie Settings.
How to Control Cookies
You can manage cookies in your browser settings. Options typically include blocking, limiting, or deleting cookies. Note that disabling some cookies may affect site functionality.
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences/Settings > Privacy
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Data Retention
Cookie data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law, after which it is deleted or anonymized.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. We will post the updated version with a new effective date and, where required, request consent again.
Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy:
Tessadorcontact@tessador.com
