Cookie Policy

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This Cookie Policy explains how Lootyo ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit and use our platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to supply information to the site owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are used the next time you visit the site. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for a variety of reasons, including to:

• Authenticate your identity and keep you signed in to your account
• Remember your preferences and settings across sessions
• Understand how you use the Platform so we can improve its features and performance
• Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats
• Deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our communications

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable core features such as authentication, CSRF protection, session management, and security. Without these cookies, the Platform cannot operate as intended. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.

• Authentication tokens (httpOnly cookies for secure session management)
• CSRF protection tokens
• Security and rate-limiting cookies

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on pages, and any errors encountered. This data is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be used to identify you personally.

• Page view tracking and navigation paths
• Feature usage metrics
• Performance monitoring data

Preference Cookies

These cookies allow the Platform to remember choices you make, such as your preferred theme (light or dark mode), language, notification settings, and layout preferences. They provide a more personalized experience.

• Theme and appearance preferences
• Language and locale settings
• Dashboard layout and display preferences

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and device.

• Campaign attribution and conversion tracking
• Interest-based content delivery
• Social media integration pixels

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Platform are placed by third-party services that we use. These third parties may include:

• Payment Processors: To securely process transactions and prevent fraud.
• Analytics Providers: To help us understand Platform usage and performance.
• Security Services: Such as reCAPTCHA, to protect against bots and abuse.
• Content Delivery Networks: To ensure fast and reliable delivery of Platform resources.

We do not control the cookies set by third parties. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information about how they use cookies.

5. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Settings", or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Here is how to manage cookies in common browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Platform to function properly.

You can also opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting industry opt-out pages such as the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our contact page.