Cookies Policy

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1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Cozyuiglow ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions.

Cookies typically contain two pieces of information: a site name and a unique user ID. When you visit a website again, the cookie allows that site to recognize your browser. Cookies may store user preferences and other information to enhance your browsing experience.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving different purposes:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and enable you to navigate and use its features. Without these cookies, services you have requested, such as accessing secure areas or submitting forms, cannot be provided. These cookies do not gather information about you for marketing purposes.

Examples include:

  • Session management cookies that maintain your session as you navigate through pages
  • Security cookies that authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of login credentials
  • Load balancing cookies that distribute website traffic across servers
  • User interface customization cookies that remember your preferences

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. These cookies help us understand website performance and identify areas for improvement. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

We use these cookies to:

  • Track the number of visitors to our website and how they navigate through pages
  • Monitor website performance and loading times
  • Identify technical issues and errors
  • Understand which content is most engaging to visitors
  • Analyze traffic sources and user behavior patterns

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be used to remember your login details, language preferences, region selection, or other customization options. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized, and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

Functionality cookies enable:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Providing personalized content and recommendations
  • Storing information you have entered into forms
  • Enabling social media features and integrations
  • Customizing the website layout based on your device

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver content and advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies remember that you have visited our website and may share this information with other organizations, such as advertisers.

We use targeting cookies to:

  • Display relevant advertisements based on your interests
  • Limit the frequency of advertisement displays
  • Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
  • Build profiles of user interests for targeted marketing
  • Enable retargeting of visitors who have previously visited our website

4. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

4.1 First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by our website and can only be read by our website. We use first-party cookies to enable essential website functionality, remember your preferences, and analyze website performance.

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by domains other than our website. We use third-party cookies from trusted partners to provide analytics, advertising, and social media features. These partners may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites over time.

Third-party services we use may include:

  • Google Analytics for website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
  • Social media platforms for content sharing and social integration features
  • Advertising networks for delivering targeted advertisements
  • Content delivery networks for optimizing website performance
  • Customer support and communication tools

5. Session and Persistent Cookies

5.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate through our website and are deleted automatically when you end your browsing session.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and actions across multiple browsing sessions, providing a more personalized experience when you return to our website.

6. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes to enhance your experience on our website:

  • Essential Website Functionality: Enabling core features such as page navigation, form submission, and access to secure areas
  • User Authentication: Recognizing registered users and maintaining their logged-in status
  • Preference Management: Remembering your settings, language choices, and customization options
  • Performance Optimization: Monitoring website speed, identifying technical issues, and improving overall performance
  • Analytics and Insights: Understanding how visitors interact with our website to improve content and user experience
  • Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity, unauthorized access, and security threats
  • Marketing and Advertising: Delivering relevant content and advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior
  • Social Media Integration: Enabling content sharing and social media features

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing and controlling cookies on your device:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to:

  • Block all cookies from all websites
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Receive notifications when websites set cookies
  • Allow cookies from specific websites only

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our website and may affect your overall browsing experience.

7.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

For detailed instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers, please refer to the following resources:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
  • Opera: Settings > Privacy & security > Cookies

7.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain types of cookies using industry-provided tools:

  • Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
  • Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
  • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
  • Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on

7.4 Mobile Device Settings

Mobile devices offer settings to limit tracking and advertising:

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking, and Settings > Privacy > Advertising
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we provide you with various options to control cookies as described in this policy.

9. Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data or become personal data when combined with other information. We treat all data collected through cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The legal basis for processing personal data through cookies depends on the type of cookie and the purpose for which it is used.

For non-essential cookies, we rely on your consent as the legal basis for processing. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or browser settings.

10. Cookie Retention Periods

Different cookies have different retention periods:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for periods ranging from a few days to several years, depending on their purpose
  • Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 1-2 years
  • Advertising cookies: Usually retained for several months to a year
  • Preference cookies: May be retained for extended periods to remember your settings

11. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:

Cozyuiglow
Unit W1E, Office 3, Toughers Business Park
Ladytown, Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland
Phone: 086 859 2524
Email: contact@cozyuiglow.world

13. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:

  • All About Cookies website
  • International Chamber of Commerce Cookie Guide
  • Data Protection Commission (Ireland) guidance on cookies
  • Information Commissioner's Office (UK) guidance on cookies