This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies when you visit the Image Awareness Inc website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) 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" or "session" cookies:
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your web browser.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| session_id |
Maintains user session state |
Session |
| csrf_token |
Security - prevents cross-site request forgery |
Session |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| _ga |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
2 years |
| _ga_* |
Google Analytics - maintains session state |
2 years |
| _gid |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
24 hours |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| cookie_consent |
Remembers your cookie preferences |
1 year |
| theme_preference |
Remembers display preferences |
1 year |
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements. We currently do not use marketing cookies, but this may change in the future.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies may include:
3.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google Analytics cookies collect information about:
- Pages visited and time spent
- How you arrived at our site
- What you click on while using our site
- Your device and browser type
For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
3.2 Embedded Content
When pages on our site contain embedded content (e.g., videos, maps), you may receive cookies from these third-party domains even if you do not visit those pages directly.
4. Purpose of Each Cookie Type
Essential Cookies
- Enable core website functionality
- Allow secure navigation
- Remember login credentials
- Protect against fraudulent activity
Analytics Cookies
- Measure website traffic
- Identify popular content
- Understand user behavior
- Improve website performance
Functional Cookies
- Remember your preferences
- Provide personalized features
- Save settings for future visits
- Enhance user experience
Marketing Cookies
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Limit ad repetition
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Support retargeting campaigns
5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
5.2 Opting Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5.3 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
5.4 Effects of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic website operation.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites not to track your online activity. We currently respond to Do Not Track signals by limiting certain data collection activities. However, not all third-party services on our site may honor these signals.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
9. Related Policies
Please also review our other policies: