Cookie Notice
Effective Date: 23rd Mar 2025
Holodex.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized content. This Cookie Notice explains how and why we use these technologies and your choices regarding them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device and remember information about your visit, ensuring smoother navigation and personalized experiences.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of Holodex.com. Without them, core features like user authentication and security would not work.
- Purpose: Enable login, maintain session state, and ensure site security.
- Lifespan: Session or up to 30 days.
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the platform by collecting anonymous data. This allows us to optimize the platform and enhance user experience.
- Purpose: Track website traffic, page views, and error reports.
- Examples: Google Analytics, Hotjar.
- Lifespan: Up to 12 months.
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and personalize your experience on Holodex.
- Purpose: Save language settings, remember search filters, and retain login details.
- Lifespan: Up to 6 months.
d) Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies help deliver relevant advertisements by tracking browsing behavior across different websites.
- Purpose: Show personalized ads, limit ad frequency, and measure ad effectiveness.
- Examples: Google Ads, Meta Pixel.
- Lifespan: Up to 12 months.
e) Social Media Cookies
These cookies enable interaction with social media platforms (such as sharing content or logging in through third-party accounts).
- Purpose: Enable social sharing and login options.
- Examples: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
- Lifespan: Up to 6 months.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
✅ Authenticate and secure user accounts.
✅ Improve website functionality and user experience.
✅ Analyze usage patterns to optimize site performance.
✅ Deliver personalized content and targeted ads.
✅ Track affiliate referrals and performance.
4. Your Cookie Choices
a) Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block or delete cookies.
- Configure preferences for specific websites.
- Receive alerts before cookies are placed.
Instructions for Common Browsers:
b) Opting Out of Analytics and Targeting
To opt-out of certain cookies, you can use the following tools:
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our platform. These include:
- Payment Processors: TBC.
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics.
- Advertising Networks: Juicy Ads.
These third parties have their own cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
6. Consent and Control
a) Cookie Banner
When you first visit Holodex.com, you will see a cookie banner that provides you with the option to:
- Accept all cookies.
- Customize your cookie preferences.
- Reject non-essential cookies.
b) Changing Consent
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by accessing the Cookie Settings link in the footer of the site.
7. Data Protection and Privacy
For more information on how we process your data and protect your privacy, please read our Privacy Policy.
8. Updates to This Cookie Notice
We may update this Cookie Notice periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be communicated through the platform or via email.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Notice or how we use cookies, please contact:
📧 Email: dave@holodex.com
