Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners. We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) to improve your experience on our website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies and they cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our site's structure, content, and user experience. These cookies collect information anonymously, including pages visited, time spent on the site, and how you arrived at our site.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., form inputs, theme settings). If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function properly.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services we use:

• Google Analytics: Used to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google's privacy policy applies to data collected through this service.
• Hosting infrastructure: Our hosting provider (AWS) may set cookies for load balancing, security, and performance optimization.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
• Opt-out tools: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Cookie Retention

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Analytics cookies are typically retained for up to 26 months.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@cloudmess.io.