Cookie Policy

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website and services.

Duration: Up to 2 years

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language selection, and region settings.

Duration: Up to 1 year

2.4 Marketing Cookies

Currently, we do not use marketing or advertising cookies. We do not display third-party advertisements on our website, and we do not track users across other websites for advertising purposes.

4.1 Vercel Analytics

We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Vercel Analytics is privacy-focused and:

• •Does not use cookies for cross-site tracking
• •Does not collect personally identifiable information
• •Complies with GDPR and CCPA requirements
• •Stores data in secure, encrypted servers

Learn more about Vercel's privacy practices at vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy.

4.2 Third-Party Integrations

If you interact with third-party features on our site (such as embedded videos or social sharing buttons), those third parties may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies, and their use is governed by the respective third party's privacy policy.

5.1 Service Operations

• •Maintaining user sessions and authentication
• •Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
• •Processing your requests and preferences
• •Load balancing and performance optimization

5.2 Analytics & Performance

• •Understanding which pages are most popular
• •Identifying and fixing technical issues
• •Measuring the effectiveness of our content
• •Improving website speed and performance

5.3 Personalization

• •Remembering your display preferences
• •Customizing content based on your region
• •Storing your language preferences

5.4 Security

• •Detecting and preventing malicious activity
• •Protecting against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
• •Monitoring for unauthorized access attempts

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:

6.2 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that they don't track the user. Currently, there is no uniform standard for handling DNT signals. We honor DNT signals when technically feasible.

6.3 Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please note that some parts of our website may not function properly:

• •You may not be able to log in to your account
• •Your preferences may not be saved
• •Some interactive features may not work
• •We may not be able to remember your cookie preferences

7.1 Essential Cookies Impact

If disabled: Core website functionality may be severely impacted. You may not be able to access secure areas, maintain sessions, or submit forms safely.

7.2 Analytics Cookies Impact

If disabled: Your visits will not be counted in our analytics, which helps us understand usage patterns. Website functionality remains unaffected.

7.3 Functional Cookies Impact

If disabled: You may need to re-enter preferences each visit. Some personalized features may not be available.

8.1 GDPR Rights (EEA/UK Users)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• •Be informed about our cookie practices (this policy)
• •Give or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• •Access information about what data we collect
• •Request deletion of cookie-related data

8.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

Under CCPA, you have the right to:

• •Know what personal information is collected via cookies
• •Request deletion of cookie-related personal information
• •Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)

8.3 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your cookie-related privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@techslayers.com. For more information about your privacy rights, see our Privacy Policy.

10.1 Change Notification

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

10.2 Material Changes

For significant changes that affect how we use cookies, we will provide prominent notice on our website and, where required, obtain your consent.

11.1 EU Cookie Directive

For users in the European Union, we comply with the EU Cookie Directive (Directive 2009/136/EC). This requires us to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

11.2 Cross-Border Transfers

Cookie data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12.1 Cookie Attributes

Our cookies use the following security attributes where applicable:

• •Secure: Transmitted only over HTTPS
• •HttpOnly: Not accessible via JavaScript (for sensitive cookies)
• •SameSite: Strict or Lax to prevent CSRF attacks
• •Path: Restricted to relevant paths

12.2 Storage Mechanisms

In addition to traditional cookies, we may use other storage mechanisms including localStorage, sessionStorage, and IndexedDB for specific functionality. These are governed by the same principles outlined in this policy.

14.1 Educational Links

Learn more about cookies and online privacy:

• •AboutCookies.org - Comprehensive cookie information
• •Your Online Choices - European advertising preferences
• •All About Cookies - Managing and understanding cookies

14.2 Industry Tools

Tools to manage your online privacy:

• •DAA Opt-Out - Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out
• •NAI Consumer Opt-Out - Network Advertising Initiative