Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 9, 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies help websites remember your preferences, improve your browsing experience, and provide website owners with valuable insights about how users interact with their sites.

2. How We Use Cookies

GiftKhan.org may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our website functionality. We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

  • Security and authentication
  • Session management
  • Load balancing
  • Network routing

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features:

  • Language preferences
  • Region selection
  • Display preferences
  • Accessibility features

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Traffic sources and referral sites
  • User navigation patterns
  • Popular content and features
  • Device and browser information

2.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use the website to help us improve its performance:

  • Page load times
  • Error messages
  • Website optimization data

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help the website remember your actions during a single browsing session.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.

First-Party Cookies

Cookies set by GiftKhan.org directly. These are used to provide core website functionality and collect analytics.

Third-Party Cookies

Cookies set by external services we use, such as analytics providers or content delivery networks. These help us analyze site performance and user behavior.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that set cookies on our behalf:

  • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): For faster content delivery

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies. We recommend reviewing their policies:

  • Google Analytics Privacy Policy
  • Google Privacy & Terms

5. Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

5.2 Browser Privacy Mode

You can browse in private or incognito mode, which typically doesn't save cookies after you close your browser window.

5.3 Third-Party Tools

You can use browser extensions and privacy tools to manage cookies and tracking technologies.

5.4 Mobile Devices

Mobile devices offer settings to limit ad tracking and manage cookies through:

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on GiftKhan.org:

  • Some features may not function properly
  • Your preferences won't be remembered
  • Website performance may be impacted
  • You may need to re-enter information

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. GiftKhan.org currently does not respond to DNT browser settings.

8. Cookie Consent

By using GiftKhan.org, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

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

10. More Information About Cookies

For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit:

  • All About Cookies (www.allaboutcookies.org)
  • Your Online Choices (www.youronlinechoices.com)
  • Network Advertising Initiative (www.networkadvertising.org)

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our Contact Page.

12. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our:

By continuing to use GiftKhan.org, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described.

Effective Date: November 9, 2024