Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ideaware uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

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 work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

  • Security and authentication
  • Session management
  • Load balancing
  • Remembering your preferences

Examples:

  • Session cookies
  • Security cookies
  • Load balancing cookies

Analytics Cookies

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

Examples:

  • Google Analytics
  • Usage patterns
  • Page views and navigation paths
  • Device and browser information

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

Examples:

  • Advertising cookies
  • Retargeting pixels
  • Conversion tracking
  • Social media cookies

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

  • Remembering your preferences
  • Language settings
  • Region selection
  • Chat widget functionality

Specific Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
session_idMaintains your sessionSession
preferencesStores your site preferences1 year
analytics_idAnonymous usage tracking2 years

Third-Party Cookies

ProviderPurposePrivacy Policy
Google AnalyticsWebsite analyticsGoogle Privacy Policy
NetlifyWebsite hosting and performanceNetlify Privacy Policy
Cal.comMeeting schedulingCal.com Privacy Policy

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Authenticate users and prevent fraud
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve website performance
  • Deliver relevant content and advertising
  • Measure marketing campaign effectiveness
  • Enable social media features

Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. Duration varies from days to years depending on the cookie type.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. You should check the third-party websites for more information about these cookies.

Analytics Services

  • Google Analytics: Tracks anonymous usage statistics
  • Purpose: Understand how visitors use our site
  • Data collected: Page views, session duration, bounce rate, device info

Marketing and Advertising

  • Google Ads: Conversion tracking and remarketing
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag: Professional audience analytics
  • Purpose: Measure ad performance and show relevant ads

Embedded Content

  • YouTube: Video embedding
  • Vimeo: Video hosting
  • Purpose: Deliver video content

Social Media

  • LinkedIn: Share buttons and widgets
  • Twitter/X: Share buttons and widgets
  • Purpose: Enable social sharing

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Clear cookies when closing the browser

Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Opt-Out Tools

Google Analytics Opt-out Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Industry Opt-Out Platforms

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for handling DNT signals, but we respect user privacy preferences.

Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may have settings to limit ad tracking:

  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track
  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

Cookies and GDPR

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with GDPR requirements:

  • We obtain consent before using non-essential cookies
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • We provide clear information about cookies used
  • We respect your data protection rights

Cookies and CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what cookies collect information
  • Right to opt-out of cookie-based tracking
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Ideaware Email: [email protected] Website: https://ideaware.co

Your Choices

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

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences
  • Change your preferences at any time

Updating Preferences

To update your cookie preferences, you can:

  • Use the cookie settings link in the footer
  • Clear your browser cookies and revisit the site
  • Contact us for assistance

International Data Transfers

Information collected through cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

More Information

For more information about how we protect your privacy, please read our:

Glossary

Cookie: A small text file stored on your device by websites you visit

First-party cookies: Cookies set by the website you’re visiting

Third-party cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the one you’re visiting

Session cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser

Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period

Tracking: Collecting information about your online activities over time and across websites