This Cookie Policy (hereinafter – “Cookie Policy”) explains in detail what cookies are, how the Platform 99tools.tech (hereinafter – “Platform”), uses them, and how Users (hereinafter – “You” or “User”) can manage their preferences regarding their use.
This Cookie Policy is an integral part of our Privacy Policy and Public Offer and User Agreement. By using the Platform, You agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy.
1.1. Cookies are small text files that websites save on your computer or mobile device when you visit them. They are widely used to make websites work or work more efficiently, and to provide information to the website owners.
1.2. Cookies allow the website to "remember" your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display settings) over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them every time you return to the site or navigate from one page to another.
2.1. We use cookies for various purposes to improve your experience on the Platform, as well as for analytics and marketing:
3.1. We use both session cookies (which are deleted after closing the browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on Your device until their expiration date or until You delete them).
3.2. Below are the categories of cookies we use, indicating their purpose, legal basis for processing (according to GDPR), and approximate retention periods:
* **Description:** These cookies are **absolutely essential** for the basic functioning of the Platform and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to Your actions, which constitute a request for services, such as logging in, filling out forms, or saving Your privacy preferences. Without these cookies, the Platform will not be able to function properly.
* **Legal Basis for Processing:** Legitimate interest of the Platform in ensuring the security and basic functionality of the website (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). Your consent to their use is not required, as they are critically important for providing the service You requested.
* **Who sets them:** First-party (i.e., directly our Platform).
* **Examples of use:** User session cookies, cookies for remembering Your cookie consent, security cookies.
* **Approximate duration:** Usually session-based, but some may be persistent (up to 1 year, e.g., for remembering Your cookie consent settings).
* **Description:** These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve the performance of our Platform. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If You do not allow these cookies, we will not be able to track Your activity on the Platform.
* **Legal Basis for Processing:** Your **explicit and informed consent** (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
* **Who sets them:** Third parties, such as Google Analytics.
* **Examples of use:** `_ga` (Google Analytics for user differentiation), `_gid` (Google Analytics for user differentiation), `_utma` (Google Analytics for counting visitors and sessions).
* **Approximate duration:** From a few minutes (session-based) to 2 years (persistent).
* **Description:** These cookies enable the Platform to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. For example, they may remember Your selected language or region, or enable embedded chat support. If You do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
* **Legal Basis for Processing:** Your **explicit and informed consent** (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
* **Who sets them:** Both first-party and third-party providers (e.g., chat support services).
* **Examples of use:** Cookies for saving language settings, cookies for online chat support.
* **Approximate duration:** From session-based to several months.
* **Description:** These cookies may be set through our Platform by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of Your interests and show You relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying Your browser and internet device. If You do not allow these cookies, You will experience less targeted advertising.
* **Legal Basis for Processing:** Your **explicit and informed consent** (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
* **Who sets them:** Third parties (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, other advertising networks).
* **Examples of use:** `_fbp` (Facebook Pixel for tracking visits and ad display), `IDE` (Google DoubleClick for targeted advertising).
* **Approximate duration:** From a few days to 1 year.
4.1. When You first visit the Platform, You will be prompted to give Your consent to the use of cookies via a pop-up window or banner. You will be able to: * Accept all cookies: Accept the use of all cookie categories, with the exception of strictly necessary ones. * Manage Your preferences: Choose which cookie categories You are willing to allow. * Reject all: Reject all cookie categories, with the exception of strictly necessary ones.
4.2. You can change Your cookie preferences at any time by visiting the "Cookie Settings" section on our Platform (the link to which is usually located in the footer of the site).
4.3. You can also manage cookies through Your web browser settings. Most browsers allow You to: * Block all cookies. * Delete existing cookies. * Configure notifications for receiving cookies. * Block third-party cookies.
4.4. Please note that disabling certain types of cookies may affect the functionality and usability of the Platform, as well as the availability of some services.
5.1. We reserve the right to unilaterally make changes to this Cookie Policy.
5.2. Users will be notified of such changes by publishing a new version of the Policy on the Platform 3 calendar days before the changes come into effect.
5.3. Continued use of the Platform by the User after the changes come into effect signifies their full and unconditional agreement with the new version of the Policy.
Platform Contact Information:
Email for privacy inquiries: support@99tools.tech