1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our service.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.
- Authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic website functionality
Always Active
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Google Analytics for usage statistics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced features and personalization.
- Language and region preferences
- Theme and display settings
- Accessibility features
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
- Cloudflare: Security and performance optimization
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies through:
- Cookie Banner: Manage preferences when you first visit our site
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
- Opt-out Tools: Use third-party opt-out tools for analytics cookies
⚠️ Important Note
Disabling necessary cookies may affect the functionality of our service and prevent you from using certain features.
5. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a specified period (typically 1-2 years)
- Authentication Cookies: Expire after 7 days of inactivity
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: bit@paycryptopal.com
Address: PayCryptoPal LLC, 1234 Blockchain Avenue, Suite 567, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: +1 (555) 123-CRYPTO
Cookie Preferences: bit@paycryptopal.com
Data Protection Officer: bit@paycryptopal.com
8. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance
Your CCPA Rights Regarding Cookies
- Right to Know: What cookies we collect and how we use them
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of cookie data (subject to technical limitations)
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of non-essential cookies
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of cookie preferences
Cookie Data We Collect
- Identifiers: Session IDs, device IDs, IP addresses
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
- Preferences: Language, theme, accessibility settings
- Technical Data: Browser type, screen resolution, operating system
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise your CCPA rights regarding cookies:
- Email us at: bit@paycryptopal.com
- Use our cookie preference center (available on first visit)
- Call our privacy hotline: +1 (555) 123-CCPA
- Submit a request through your account settings
9. Detailed Cookie Inventory
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|
| user_session | Authentication and session management | 7 days | Necessary |
| csrf_token | Security and CSRF protection | Session | Necessary |
| cookie_consent | Remember cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| theme_preference | Remember dark/light mode setting | 1 year | Functional |