Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how IponuInaud ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent banner or through your browser settings.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about user behavior and preferences.

Cookies contain information that is transferred to your computer's hard drive. They help us recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Examples:

• Authentication cookies to remember your login status
• Security cookies to identify irregular site behavior
• Session cookies to maintain your session state
• Cookie consent preferences

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

Information collected includes:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Traffic sources and referral information
• User journey and behavior patterns
• Device and browser information
• Geographic location (country/city level)

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Marketing activities include:

• Displaying targeted advertisements
• Tracking conversion from ads to website visits
• Retargeting website visitors with relevant content
• Social media integration and sharing

3.4 Preference Cookies

These cookies enable the website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in.

Preferences stored:

• Language and region settings
• Display preferences and customizations
• Form field information for convenience
• Accessibility settings

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies on our website. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site.

• Cookies used: _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat
• Purpose: Website analytics and performance measurement
• Data retention: Up to 26 months
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

• Purpose: Social media integration and content sharing
• Data collected: Interaction with social content, profile information
• Control: Managed by respective social media platforms

4.3 Font and CDN Services

We use external services to load fonts and other resources efficiently.

• Google Fonts: For loading Bricolage Grotesque font
• Content Delivery Networks: For optimized resource loading
• Purpose: Website performance and design enhancement

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while browsing our website.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences and settings across multiple visits.

Typical duration periods:

• Essential cookies: Session or up to 1 year
• Analytics cookies: 13-26 months
• Marketing cookies: 30 days to 2 years
• Preference cookies: 1-12 months

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

6.2 Browser Settings

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

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are set
• Delete all cookies when the browser is closed

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data

Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

7. Opt-Out Options

7.1 Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: Google Analytics Opt-out

7.2 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. When enabled, this sends a signal to websites requesting not to track the user. We respect Do Not Track signals and will not track users who have enabled this feature.

7.3 Industry Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of targeted advertising through industry initiatives:

• Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain types of cookies may impact your experience on our website:

8.1 Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly and may limit your ability to use certain features.

8.2 Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies won't affect your browsing experience but will prevent us from improving our website based on usage data.

8.3 Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies means you may see less relevant advertisements and we cannot measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

9. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may use identifiers other than cookies for tracking and analytics purposes:

• Advertising IDs (iOS and Android)
• Local storage and session storage
• Web beacons and pixel tags

You can manage these through your device settings or by resetting your advertising ID.

10. Updates to This Policy

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

• Our use of cookies and tracking technologies
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Industry best practices
• Third-party services we use

We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date and may provide additional notice through our website or email.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

12. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• Australian Office of Information Commissioner: www.oaic.gov.au
• All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
• Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com.au