Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what Cookies are and how Avatarmatic uses them. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand what types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies, and how that information is used.

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 provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login information, and other settings. This can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

How We Use Cookies

Avatarmatic uses cookies for several purposes:

Authentication: To keep you signed in to your account
Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and ensure security
Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Necessary Cookies

Necessary cookies are essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
`session_id`	Maintains user session state	Session
`csrf_token`	Security protection against CSRF attacks	Session
`auth_secure`	Ensures secure authentication	7 days

2. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as live chat support and remembering your preferences.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
`language`	Stores your preferred language	1 year
`chat_preferences`	Stores chat widget settings	1 year
`ui_theme`	Remembers your interface theme preference	1 year

3. Analytics Cookies

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

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
`_ga`	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	2 years
`_gid`	Google Analytics - distinguishes users for 24-hour periods	24 hours
`_gat`	Google Analytics - throttles request rate	1 minute
`ajs_anonymous_id`	Analytics - tracks anonymous visitors	1 year

4. Marketing Cookies

Marketing 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`	Facebook Pixel - tracks visits for advertising	3 months
`ads_prefs`	Stores advertising preferences	1 year
`fr`	Facebook - enables ad delivery and measurement	3 months

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties include:

Google Analytics: For website analytics. Privacy Policy
Facebook/Meta: For advertising and retargeting. Privacy Policy
Payment Processors: For secure payment processing. Their privacy policies apply to transactions.

Your Choices

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

See what cookies are stored on your device
Delete all or specific cookies
Block all or certain types of cookies
Set preferences for certain websites

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:

Accept All: Enable all cookie categories
Reject All: Only enable necessary cookies
Settings: Customize your preferences for each category

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to be informed: You have the right to know how we use cookies and your data.
Right to consent: You can withdraw consent at any time.
Right to access: You can request information about the data we collect.
Right to erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data.
Right to data portability: You can request your data in a portable format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Your CCPA Rights (California)

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

Right to know: Request what personal information we collect.
Right to delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
Right to opt-out: Opt out of the sale of your personal information.
Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Contact Form: avatarmatic.com/contact.html