This Cookie Policy explains how TechBlog ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They allow us to remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and personalize your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies without severely affecting the website's functionality.
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Authentication Cookies: Used to keep you logged in during your session
- Security Cookies: Help protect against security threats
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's performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, session duration, and traffic sources
- Performance Cookies: Monitor website performance and errors
3. Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver personalized advertisements and track campaign performance. They may be set by our advertising partners.
- Targeting Cookies: Used to build a profile of your interests
- Advertising Cookies: Track visits from advertisement campaigns
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We have no control over these cookies, and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google may use the data collected to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt out of Google's use of cookies by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the 'Options' or 'Preferences' menu of your browser.
Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can accept or decline different types of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.
GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access: Request information about what personal data we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restriction: Request limitation of processing of your personal data
- Portability: Request transfer of your personal data to another controller
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
Cookies typically expire after a certain period, but some may persist longer. Analytics cookies usually expire after 2 years, while session cookies expire when you close your browser.
Updates 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.
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