1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Shiningbrightao ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website https://shiningbrightao.ddd. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides more information about how we handle your personal data.
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies may be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure areas access, and your cookie consent preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| sessionId | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
3.2 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 structure and content.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Used by Google Analytics to persist session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency | 3 months |
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Through Our Cookie Settings
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Accept all types of cookies
- Reject: Accept only strictly necessary cookies
- Cookie Settings: Customize your preferences for different cookie categories
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of our website.
4.2 Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Notify you when a cookie is set
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
- Google Chrome support page
- Mozilla Firefox support page
- Safari support page
- Microsoft Edge support page
Please note that blocking all cookies may impact the functionality of our website and your user experience.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy and cookie policies. These third parties include:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis (privacy policy available on Google website)
- Google Fonts: For loading web fonts (privacy policy available on Google website)
- Font Awesome CDN: For loading icons (privacy policy available on Font Awesome website)
6. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: A way for websites to store data locally on your device. We use local storage to remember your cookie consent preferences.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when the browser session ends.
7. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are used based on our legitimate interest in operating a functional website (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).
- Analytics and Marketing Cookies: These are used only with your explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR), which you can provide, refuse, or withdraw at any time through our cookie settings.
8. Your Rights
In accordance with the GDPR and the Dutch Telecommunications Act (Telecommunicatiewet), you have the right to:
- Be informed about how we use cookies
- Give or refuse consent for non-essential cookies
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Access information about the cookies we use
9. Changes to This Cookie 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. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Shiningbrightao
30 Oudegracht, 3511 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
Email: team@shiningbrightao.world