Cookies Policy

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Cookies help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on Hipsbones.world:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly, including security and authentication
• Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website and improve performance
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience
• Analytics cookies: Collect information about how you use our website for statistical purposes
• Marketing cookies: Track your activity to deliver personalized content and advertisements

3. Cookie Categories

Our cookies fall into the following categories:

• Strictly necessary: Essential for website functionality and security
• Performance: Analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Functional: Enable personalized features and remember user preferences
• Targeting: Deliver relevant content based on user interests

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following cookies are used on our website:

• Session ID: Maintains your session during your visit
• User preferences: Stores your language and display preferences
• Analytics tracking: Tracks page views and user interactions
• Cookie consent: Records your cookie consent preferences
• Security tokens: Protects against unauthorized access

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. These third parties include:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
• Payment processors: For secure transaction processing
• Social media platforms: For integration and tracking

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted

7. Your Cookie Choices

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can control cookies through:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent
• Cookie consent banner: Accept or reject cookies when you first visit our website
• Cookie management tools: Use third-party tools to manage cookie preferences

8. How to Disable Cookies

If you wish to restrict or block cookies, you can do so through your browser settings. Here's how to disable cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site permissions

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work properly, and your user experience may be diminished. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for website security and functionality.

10. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can use other tools to control cookies and tracking as described in this policy.

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date.

12. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Your explicit consent for non-essential cookies
• Our legitimate interests in improving website functionality
• Compliance with legal requirements
• Necessity to perform our services

13. Data Protection

Information collected through cookies is subject to our Privacy Policy. We take appropriate measures to protect your data and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: support@hipsbones.world
• Phone: +358449704334
• Address: INNO Yritystalo, 21100 Naantali, Finland

15. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, visit:

• All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
• Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.eu
• GDPR Cookie Guidelines: European Data Protection Board resources