Cookies Policy

This policy explains how Crypto Gold uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content.

Last updated: December 2024

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 are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about user behavior and preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until deleted

First-Party Cookies

Cookies set directly by our website

Third-Party Cookies

Cookies set by external services we use

2. How We Use Cookies

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

  • • Authentication and security
  • • Form submission and data validation
  • • Shopping cart functionality
  • • Load balancing and performance
  • • CSRF protection

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

  • • Google Analytics for usage statistics
  • • Page view tracking and user journeys
  • • Performance monitoring
  • • Error tracking and debugging
  • • A/B testing and optimization

Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

  • • User preferences and settings
  • • Language and region selection
  • • Theme and display preferences
  • • Calculator and tool settings
  • • Newsletter subscription status

Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

  • • Targeted advertising and retargeting
  • • Social media integration
  • • Campaign tracking and attribution
  • • Cross-device tracking
  • • Conversion measurement

3. Third-Party Services

We use various third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services help us provide better functionality and analyze our website performance.

Google Analytics

Provides website analytics and user behavior insights.

Purpose: Analytics
Duration: 26 months
Type: Third-party

Chart.js

Powers our interactive charts and data visualizations.

Purpose: Functional
Duration: Session
Type: First-party

TradingView

Provides real-time cryptocurrency charts and market data.

Purpose: Functional
Duration: Persistent
Type: Third-party

Social Media

Social sharing buttons and embedded content.

Purpose: Marketing
Duration: Varies
Type: Third-party

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change these settings at any time.

Cookie Preference Center

Access our cookie preference center to manage your settings:

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Important Note

Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.

5. Cookie Retention Periods

Different types of cookies are stored for different periods of time:

Cookie Type Retention Period Description
Session Cookies Until browser closes Temporary cookies for current session
Essential Cookies 1-12 months Required for website functionality
Analytics Cookies 26 months Google Analytics and usage tracking
Functional Cookies 6-12 months User preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies 3-12 months Advertising and campaign tracking

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding cookies and how we use them:

Right to Consent

You can choose which types of cookies to accept or reject when you first visit our website.

Right to Withdraw

You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your cookie preferences.

Right to Delete

You can delete cookies from your browser at any time through your browser settings.

Right to Information

You have the right to know what cookies we use and how we use them, as outlined in this policy.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookies policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

  • • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • • Notify you through our website banner or email
  • • Request renewed consent if required by law
  • • Provide clear information about what has changed

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: cookies@cryptogold.com
Address: 123 Crypto Street, Digital City, DC 12345
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567