Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 25, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored 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, login status, and browsing behavior.
2. How We Use Cookies
Curiosity Boost uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
- To ensure the website functions properly
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how you use our website
- To improve our website and services
- To deliver relevant advertising
- To measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| curiosityboost_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session | Session |
3.2 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.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - advertising | 3 months |
| ads/ga-audiences | Google Ads remarketing | Session |
| li_sugr | LinkedIn advertising | 3 months |
3.4 Preference Cookies
These cookies enable the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| timezone | Stores your timezone setting | 1 year |
4. Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
4.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can customize your preferences at any time through this tool.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or specific types
- Set preferences for certain websites
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through these tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative
- Digital Advertising Alliance
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- You may need to manually adjust settings on each visit
- Some content may not be personalized to your interests
- Your experience may be less optimal
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Facebook/Meta
- HubSpot
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@curiosityboost.com
Phone: +1 (234) 567-890
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.