Cookie Policy

Effective Date: October 2, 2024

Last Updated: October 2, 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, giftjasem.org LLC) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., analytics, advertising).

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons to enhance your experience on GiftJasem.org:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your user preferences) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain in the cookie file of your browser until you leave the website. These cookies help us:

Remember your actions and preferences during a browsing session
Maintain website security
Ensure proper functionality of features

3.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain in the cookie file of your browser for much longer (though how long will depend on the lifetime of the specific cookie). These cookies help us:

Remember your preferences for future visits
Analyze visitor behavior patterns
Improve user experience

3.3 First-Party Cookies

These cookies are set directly by GiftJasem.org and are used for:

Website functionality and navigation
Remembering user preferences
Collecting analytics data
Improving website performance

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our behalf. These may include:

Analytics services to understand website usage
Content delivery networks for faster page loading
Security services to protect against malicious activity

4. Specific Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website:

Session ID: Maintains your session on the website
Security Token: Protects forms from unauthorized submissions
Load Balancing: Distributes traffic across servers

4.2 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website:

Visitor Statistics: Tracks number of visitors and page views
Behavior Analysis: Understands which pages are most popular
Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors find our website

4.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences:

Language Settings: Remembers your preferred language
Display Preferences: Stores layout and display choices
Newsletter Preferences: Remembers if you've subscribed

5. How Long Cookies Stay On Your Device

The length of time a cookie stays on your device depends on its type:

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
First-Party Cookies: Typically 30 days to 2 years
Third-Party Cookies: Duration set by third party (varies)

6. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6.2 Cookie Settings Levels

Most browsers offer different levels of cookie control:

Accept All Cookies: Allows all cookies from all websites
Block Third-Party Cookies: Only allows first-party cookies
Block All Cookies: Prevents all websites from setting cookies
Custom Settings: Allows specific control over cookie types

6.3 Deleting Existing Cookies

You can delete cookies that have already been set on your device:

Access your browser's history or settings menu
Look for "Clear browsing data" or similar option
Select "Cookies and other site data"
Choose the time range and confirm deletion

7. Impact of Blocking Cookies

While you can choose to block cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website:

Some features may not work properly
Your preferences may not be remembered
You may need to re-enter information on each visit
Page loading may be slower
We may not be able to provide personalized experience

However, you will still be able to access and view the educational content on our website.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for how to respond to Do Not Track signals, and we do not respond to such signals at this time.

9. Cookies and Personal Information

Most cookies do not collect information that identifies you personally. However, some cookies may collect:

IP addresses (for security and analytics)
Device information (for compatibility)
Browser type and version (for optimization)
Usage patterns (for improvement)

Any personal information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Cookie Policies

If we use third-party services that set cookies, they have their own cookie policies:

We are not responsible for third-party cookie policies
Third-party cookies are governed by their own terms
We recommend reviewing third-party cookie policies
You can opt out of third-party cookies separately

11. Mobile Device Identifiers

In addition to cookies, mobile devices have unique identifiers that can perform similar functions:

iOS: Uses Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA)
Android: Uses Google Advertising ID (GAID)

You can manage these identifiers through your device settings.

12. Web Beacons and Pixels

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs):

Small graphic images used to monitor website activity
Help us understand email open rates
Track effectiveness of our communications
Collect anonymous statistical information

13. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

Cookies we use
How we use cookies
Legal or regulatory requirements
Best practices and technology

We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

14. Questions About Cookies

If you have questions about our use of cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact us:

giftjasem.org LLC
1234 Financial Plaza, Suite 567
New York, NY 10001
United States

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (555) 443-1553
Fax: +1 (555) 443-1553

15. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:

AllAboutCookies.org - Comprehensive cookie information
Your browser's help pages - Specific instructions for your browser
Privacy Rights Organizations - Consumer privacy resources

16. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with:

Privacy Policy - How we handle personal information
Terms of Service - Terms of using our website
Legal Information - Legal notices and information