Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how GiftZen ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website giftzen.org (the "Site"). By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• Session Cookies: Are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

• To enable certain functions of the Site
• To provide analytics and improve our services
• To remember your preferences and settings
• To enhance your user experience
• To understand how visitors use our Site
• To prevent fraud and enhance security

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and processing purchases. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples:

• Session management cookies
• Authentication cookies
• Security cookies
• Shopping cart functionality

Duration: Session or up to 24 hours

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Examples:

• Language preference cookies
• User interface customization cookies
• Remember me functionality

Duration: Up to 1 year

3. Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Site's performance and user experience.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Page visit tracking
• Click tracking
• Error reporting

Duration: Up to 2 years

4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples:

• Retargeting cookies
• Ad network cookies
• Social media advertising cookies

Duration: Up to 1 year

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Site and deliver advertisements. Third-party service providers that may set cookies on our Site include:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and authentication
• Advertising Networks: For delivering targeted advertisements

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we do not have access to or control over the cookies they may use.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

Web Beacons (Pixels)

Small graphic images or code embedded in web pages and emails that track user behavior and gather statistics.

Local Storage

HTML5 local storage that allows websites to store data locally within your browser.

Device Fingerprinting

Techniques that combine information about your device and browser to create a unique identifier.

Your Cookie Choices and Controls

Browser Settings

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

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions:

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

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Advertising: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative opt-out pages

Mobile Devices

For mobile devices, you can control tracking through:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking / Advertising
• Android: Settings > Google > Ads

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that:

• Some parts of the Site may not function properly
• You may not be able to complete purchases
• Your preferences and settings may not be saved
• You may need to re-enter information on each visit
• The Site experience may be less personalized

Essential cookies cannot be disabled if you wish to use the Site's core functionality.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Site does not respond to DNT signals.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Site, you may see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Manage your cookie preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or by contacting us.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. If you believe a child has provided cookie data to us, please contact us immediately.

International Users

If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and cookies are stored.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

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

GiftZen
1338 Chartiers Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
United States
Phone: (412) 922-4800
Email: [email protected]