Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Giftarian ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website giftarian.org (the "Website"). This policy provides information about what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.

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 are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples include:

Session management
Security authentication
Load balancing

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Website's performance and user experience.

Information collected may include:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Navigation paths
Error messages encountered
General location information

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Examples include:

Language preferences
Display preferences
Accessibility settings

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

If we use advertising services, these cookies may be used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Types of Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

These cookies are set directly by Giftarian and can only be read by our Website.

Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are set by third-party services we use on our Website, such as:

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Social media platforms
Content delivery networks
Advertising networks

Specific Cookies Used

Essential Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains user session	Session
security_token	Security and authentication	Session

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
analytics_id	Website analytics and usage tracking	2 years

Other Tracking Technologies

Web Beacons

We may use web beacons (also known as pixel tags) in conjunction with cookies to collect information about your visit. Web beacons are tiny graphics with unique identifiers that track online movements.

Local Storage

We may use local storage technologies such as HTML5 to store information locally on your device. This helps improve Website performance and functionality.

Log Files

Like most websites, we collect information through log files, including IP addresses, browser type, internet service provider, referring pages, and timestamps.

Your Cookie Choices

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

View and delete cookies
Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies only
Receive notifications when cookies are set

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on the Website and limit certain functionality.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on managing cookies in your specific browser, please visit:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain cookies through these resources:

Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on

Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may have settings that control cookies and tracking. Please check your device settings for options to:

Limit ad tracking
Reset advertising identifiers
Control cookie permissions

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but this may change as standards develop.

Consent and Withdrawal

By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

Adjusting your browser settings
Deleting cookies from your device
Using opt-out tools
Contacting us directly

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our Website
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending email notifications (if applicable)

Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. This Cookie Policy does not apply to those websites. Please review the cookie policies of third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or other means.

International Users

If you access our Website from outside the United States, please be aware that cookies may be transferred to and stored on servers in the United States or other countries.

Contact Us

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

Giftarian
11 Louella Ct
Wayne, PA 19087
United States

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (610) 964-9700
Fax: (610) 964-9701

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may visit:

www.allaboutcookies.org
www.youronlinechoices.com
www.networkadvertising.org