Cookies Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Thakreonshap ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://thakreonshap.world (the "Website"). This policy provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Website.
2. 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 allow websites to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. They help improve your browsing experience by remembering your settings and providing personalized content.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are used when you return to the website. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.
Purpose:
- Enable core website functionality
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Authenticate users and prevent unauthorized access
- Balance server load and ensure website stability
Duration: Session and up to 1 year
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (necessary for website operation)
You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are required for the Website to function. However, you can block them by changing your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of the Website.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to count visits, identify traffic sources, and measure website performance.
Purpose:
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Measure the effectiveness of our content
- Identify popular pages and navigation patterns
- Detect and diagnose technical issues
- Improve website design and user experience
- Generate statistical reports on website usage
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)
- Session recording and heatmap tools
- Performance monitoring cookies
Duration: Up to 2 years
Legal Basis: Consent
You can opt out of analytics cookies through our cookie consent banner or by adjusting your browser settings.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display advertisements that are relevant and engaging. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners.
Purpose:
- Deliver targeted advertising based on your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Track conversions and return on investment
- Build a profile of your interests for personalized marketing
- Enable retargeting and remarketing campaigns
Examples:
- Facebook Pixel and social media advertising cookies
- Google Ads and DoubleClick cookies
- Affiliate marketing tracking cookies
- Email marketing tracking pixels
Duration: Up to 1 year
Legal Basis: Consent
You can opt out of marketing cookies through our cookie consent banner or by using opt-out tools provided by advertising networks.
3.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our Website.
Purpose:
- Remember your language and region preferences
- Personalize content based on your interests
- Enable social media sharing features
- Provide live chat support functionality
- Remember items in your shopping cart
Duration: Session and up to 1 year
Legal Basis: Consent or legitimate interest
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners to enhance your experience and provide additional functionality. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
4.1 Third-Party Services We Use
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic
- Google Ads: Advertising platform for displaying targeted advertisements
- Facebook Pixel: Analytics tool for measuring advertising effectiveness on Facebook
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing services (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
- Content Delivery Networks: Services that deliver website content efficiently
- Email Marketing Platforms: Services for sending newsletters and promotional emails
4.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies
Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies to understand how they collect and use your information:
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Facebook Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
5.1 Essential Website Operations
Cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
5.2 Performance and Analytics
We use cookies to understand how visitors use our Website, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate through our content. This information helps us improve our Website and provide a better user experience.
5.3 Personalization
Cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide personalized content, recommendations, and features tailored to your interests.
5.4 Advertising and Marketing
We use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements, measure campaign effectiveness, and prevent you from seeing the same ads repeatedly. These cookies also help us understand which marketing channels are most effective.
5.5 Social Media Integration
Cookies enable social media features such as sharing content on social networks and displaying social media feeds on our Website.
6. Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans:
6.1 Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate through the Website.
6.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and recognize you when you return to the Website.
Our persistent cookies typically expire after the following periods:
- Strictly Necessary: Up to 1 year
- Analytics: Up to 2 years
- Marketing: Up to 1 year
- Functional: Up to 1 year
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject different categories of cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by category
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website and may result in a less personalized experience.
7.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
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
Opera: Settings > Privacy & security > Cookies
7.4 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising by using the following tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/
7.5 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Our Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use the cookie management options described above to control tracking.
8. Mobile Device Identifiers
If you access our Website through a mobile device, we may collect mobile device identifiers and use mobile analytics tools. You can manage these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
9. Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels
In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels or clear GIFs) on our Website and in our emails. These are small graphic images that allow us to:
- Track whether you have opened an email
- Monitor which links you click in our emails
- Count page visits and measure website traffic
- Understand user engagement with our content
Web beacons are often used in conjunction with cookies. If you disable cookies, web beacons may still detect visits to our Website, but the information they collect will be less detailed.
10. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
We may use local storage technologies such as HTML5 local storage and IndexedDB to store information on your device. These technologies are similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data.
Local storage is used to:
- Improve website performance and loading times
- Store user preferences and settings
- Enable offline functionality
- Cache content for faster access
You can manage local storage through your browser settings, typically in the same location where you manage cookies.
11. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience the following limitations:
- Inability to log in or access certain features
- Loss of personalized settings and preferences
- Reduced website functionality and performance
- Need to re-enter information on each visit
- Less relevant content and advertisements
- Difficulty completing purchases or submitting forms
Strictly necessary cookies are required for the Website to function, and disabling them may prevent you from using essential features.
12. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookies Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Significant changes will be communicated through a notice on our Website or by email.
Your continued use of our Website after changes to this Cookies Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
Thakreonshap
600 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
Email: message@thakreonshap.world
Phone: +1 888 872 3337
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.