Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 4th July 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how DrACED ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website and services (collectively, the "Platform"). By continuing to use the Platform, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you may adjust your browser settings accordingly or discontinue use of the Platform.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently and provide information to the site owners. Cookies assist in improving user experience, tracking usage patterns, and delivering features like login functionality and user preferences.
Cookies may include:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until manually or automatically deleted.
- First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our Platform.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services or partners we integrate with.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies- essential for platform functionality (e.g., authentication, load balancing, consent tracking).
b) Functional Cookies- enhance platform personalization and usability (e.g., saved preferences, interface settings).
c) Performance and Analytics Cookies- help us understand user interaction (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar). Data is anonymized and aggregated where applicable.
d) Targeting and Advertising Cookies- Not currently used. Any future inclusion will be reflected in this policy.
e) Third-Party Cookies- used by services like video players, social sharing tools, and embedded content. (See also Section 6.)
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following legal bases for processing cookie data:
- Consent: Required for the use of non-essential cookies such as analytics and functional cookies.
- Legitimate Interest: Applies to essential cookies necessary for operating and securing the Platform.
4. How to Control Cookies
a) Consent Management Tool – available via our cookie banner on first visit.
b) Browser Settings – users can delete, block, or control cookie behavior. Refer to browser help documentation.
c) Opt-Out Mechanisms – Tools like Google Analytics have opt-out options (e.g., https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout). Other tools will be listed in our Privacy Policy.
5. Data Retention
Cookies are retained only as long as necessary. Session cookies are deleted when the browser closes. Persistent cookies have defined expiration periods based on their function.
6. Third-Party Services and Integrations
We may use services for analytics, content embedding, and features. These may set their own cookies. We recommend reviewing the cookie policies of tools such as YouTube, Vimeo, Disqus, and Google Analytics.
7. International Users
If you access the Platform from outside the EU, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in jurisdictions with different data protection standards
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted prominently and the Effective Date above will reflect the last revision. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or cookie use, please contact us at draced@dragarwal.com.
