Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kankunas Cookie Policy. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.kankunas.com ("Website") to enhance your browsing experience, understand how you interact with our site, and improve our services.

We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. This policy details what cookies we use, why we use them, how long they persist, and how you can control them.

By continuing to use our Website after this notice, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our Website.

2. What Are Cookies?

2.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. These files contain information that identifies you and your preferences.

2.2 How Cookies Work

When you visit our Website:

Your browser requests information from our server
Our server sends web pages and may instruct your browser to store a cookie
Your browser stores the cookie file locally on your device
On future visits, your browser sends the cookie back to our server
The server uses the cookie information to personalize your experience

2.3 Session vs. Persistent Cookies

Session Cookies:

Created during your current browsing session
Deleted automatically when you close your browser
Contain no expiration date
Used for temporary tracking and functionality
Do not remain on your device after logout

Persistent Cookies:

Remain on your device until manually deleted or expiration date
Contain a specific expiration date
Sent to the server on every visit until expiration
Used for longer-term tracking and preferences
Survive browser closure and logout

2.4 Similar Tracking Technologies

Beyond cookies, we may use:

Web Beacons (Pixels):

Tiny, invisible images embedded in web pages
Track when pages are viewed
Measure campaign effectiveness
Contain no personal data
Cannot be deleted like cookies

Local Storage:

Stores data directly on your device
Persists longer than cookies
Not automatically cleared on browser close
Requires manual clearing

Tags and Scripts:

Code that tracks user behavior
May be set by third parties
Enable analytics and advertising features

Fingerprinting:

Collects device and browser characteristics
Creates a unique identifier without personal data
Used for fraud detection and security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for our Website to function properly. Without these cookies, certain features would not work.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Source
session_id	Maintains your session on the Website	Session	Kankunas
login_token	Keeps you logged in to your account	30 days	Kankunas
security_token	Prevents unauthorized access and CSRF attacks	Session	Kankunas
language_preference	Remembers your language preference	1 year	Kankunas
accessibility_settings	Stores accessibility preferences (contrast, text size, etc.)	1 year	Kankunas
cookie_consent	Records your cookie consent choices	1 year	Kankunas
form_data	Temporarily stores form information to prevent data loss	Session	Kankunas
ssl_session	Enables secure HTTPS connections	Session	Server

Consent Required: No - these are legally exempt from requiring consent

User Control: You cannot disable essential cookies as they are necessary for basic website functionality

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website. We use this information to improve site performance and user experience.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Source
_ga	Google Analytics - Unique user identification	2 years	Google Analytics
_ga_XXXXXXXXXX	Google Analytics - Session tracking	2 years	Google Analytics
_gid	Google Analytics - Session identification	24 hours	Google Analytics
gac*	Google Analytics - Campaign tracking	90 days	Google Analytics
analytics_token	Custom analytics tracking	1 year	Kankunas
page_views	Counts page visits	Session	Kankunas
time_on_site	Measures engagement duration	Session	Kankunas
bounce_rate	Tracks if user exits immediately	Session	Kankunas
heatmap_session	Heatmap tracking for user interaction	1 year	Heatmap Service

Data Collected:

Pages visited and order of visits
Time spent on each page
Links clicked
Download activity
Device type and browser
Geographic location (approximate)
Referral source

Consent Required: Yes - users should opt-in for non-essential analytics

User Control: Can be disabled through cookie preferences

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced features and personalization to improve your experience.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Source
user_preferences	Remembers your preferences and settings	1 year	Kankunas
service_package	Recalls selected event packages or services	90 days	Kankunas
consultation_data	Stores consultation information	1 year	Kankunas
saved_searches	Remembers venue searches and filters	6 months	Kankunas
contact_info	Auto-fills contact form with your information	1 year	Kankunas
theme_preference	Remembers light/dark mode selection	1 year	Kankunas
portfolio_view	Tracks portfolio items you've viewed	6 months	Kankunas
notification_prefs	Stores notification preferences	1 year	Kankunas

Benefits:

Remembers your preferences across visits
Auto-fills forms with your information
Customizes content recommendations
Improves site usability
Maintains your settings and selections

Consent Required: Yes - users should opt-in for functional enhancements

User Control: Can be disabled through cookie preferences

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Marketing cookies track your behavior to display relevant advertisements and promotional content.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Source
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - Tracks users for ads	3 months	Facebook
_fbc	Facebook Pixel - Click tracking	3 months	Facebook
fr	Facebook - Social media tracking	3 months	Facebook
IDE	Google DoubleClick - Ad targeting	2 years	Google
test_cookie	Google - Cookie functionality test	Session	Google
NID	Google - Ad personalization	6 months	Google
ANID	Google - Ad network ID	2 years	Google
marketing_token	Custom marketing tracking	1 year	Kankunas
email_campaign	Email marketing campaign tracking	1 year	Email Service
conversion_tracking	Tracks form submissions and conversions	1 year	Kankunas

What We Track:

Pages you visit
Content you interact with
Forms you complete
Links you click
Time spent on our site
Referral sources
Device information

How We Use It:

Display relevant advertisements
Retarget users who have visited our site
Measure advertising campaign performance
Create audience segments
Optimize marketing spend
Improve ad relevance

Consent Required: Yes - explicit consent required before deployment

User Control: Can be disabled through cookie preferences

Third-Party Control:

Facebook: Visit facebook.com/ads/preferences
Google: Visit myaccount.google.com/data-and-privacy

4. Third-Party Cookies

Third parties place cookies on our Website to provide services and gather analytics:

4.1 Google Analytics

Service: Website analytics and traffic measurement

Cookies Set: _ga, ga, _gid, gac

Data Collected:

Pages visited and navigation paths
Time on site and engagement metrics
Device type, browser, and OS
Approximate geographic location
Traffic sources and referrals
Conversion tracking

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.2 Google Tag Manager

Service: Manages analytics and marketing tags

Purpose: Simplifies implementation of Google Analytics and other tracking

Cookies Set: Various, depending on configured tags

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.3 Facebook Pixel

Service: Social media advertising and retargeting

Cookies Set: _fbp, _fbc, fr

Data Collected:

Pages visited on our site
Links clicked
Forms submitted
Purchase or inquiry events
Device information

Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policies

Opt-Out: https://facebook.com/ads/preferences

4.4 LinkedIn Insight Tag

Service: Professional network tracking and B2B advertising

Cookies Set: li_aval, lidc, lms_analytics

Data Collected:

Page visits
Professional demographic data
Content engagement

Privacy Policy: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

4.5 Email Service Provider

Service: Email marketing and newsletter tracking

Data Tracked:

Email opens
Link clicks in emails
Subscription preferences
Email bounce rates

Privacy Policy: Varies by provider

4.6 Live Chat Service

Service: Real-time customer communication

Cookies Set: Live chat session identifiers

Data Collected:

Chat conversations
User device information
Pages where chats occur

4.7 Payment Processors

Service: Secure payment processing

Cookies Set: Payment security tokens

Data Collected:

Payment method type (not card numbers)
Transaction amounts
Payment status

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Website, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:

Accept All: Enables all cookie types

Essential Only: Disables marketing and analytics cookies, keeps only essential ones

Customize: Choose which cookie types to enable

Withdraw Consent: Change preferences at any time via the cookie settings link

Your cookie preferences are saved for future visits.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome:

Click the menu icon (three vertical dots) in the top right
Select Settings
Click "Privacy and security" in the left menu
Click "Cookies and other site data"
Choose your preferences:
- "Block all cookies" - Most restrictive
- "Block third-party cookies in Incognito" - Balanced
- "Allow all cookies" - Least restrictive
You can also manage cookies for specific sites

Mozilla Firefox:

Click the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top right
Select "Settings"
Click "Privacy & Security" in the left menu
Scroll to "Cookies and Site Data" section
Choose your preference:
- "Block all cookies" - Most restrictive
- "Block cookies and site data made by third parties" - Balanced
- "Allow all cookies" - Least restrictive
Click "Manage Exceptions" to customize for specific sites

Apple Safari:

Click "Safari" in the top menu
Select "Preferences"
Click the "Privacy" tab
Check the box "Prevent cross-site tracking"
Click "Manage Website Data" to delete specific cookies
Select "Remove All" or individual sites

Microsoft Edge:

Click the menu icon (three horizontal dots) in the top right
Select "Settings"
Click "Privacy, search, and services" in the left menu
Under "Clear browsing data," choose frequency
Scroll to "Cookies and other site data"
Choose your preference:
- "Block all cookies" - Most restrictive
- "Block third-party cookies" - Balanced
- "Allow all cookies" - Least restrictive

5.3 Clearing Cookies

Chrome:

Click the menu icon (three vertical dots)
Select "More tools" > "Clear browsing data"
Choose time range and select "Cookies and other site data"
Click "Clear data"

Firefox:

Click the menu button (three horizontal lines)
Click "Settings"
Go to "Privacy & Security"
Under "Cookies and Site Data," click "Clear Data"
Check "Cookies and Site Data" and click "Clear"

Safari:

Click "Safari" in the top menu
Select "Clear History..."
Choose time period
Click "Clear History"

Edge:

Click the menu icon (three horizontal dots)
Select "Settings" > "Privacy"
Click "Choose what to clear"
Check "Cookies and other site data"
Click "Clear now"

5.4 Cookie Management Tools

Third-party cookie management tools can help:

Browser Extensions: Tools like uBlock Origin or Privacy Badger manage cookies and trackers
Opt-Out Services: Services like Your Online Choices allow bulk opt-outs from behavioral advertising
Privacy-Focused Browsers: DuckDuckGo or Brave offer enhanced privacy by default

5.5 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect:

Essential Features: Site functionality may break without essential cookies
Login Functionality: You may not be able to stay logged in
Form Data: Information may not be saved between sessions
Personalization: Preferences and customizations may not be remembered
Performance: Some features may load more slowly
Targeted Content: You won't receive personalized recommendations

6. Do Not Track Signals

6.1 What Are Do Not Track (DNT) Signals?

Do Not Track is a browser privacy setting that sends a signal to websites indicating the user's preference not to be tracked for behavioral advertising or analytics.

6.2 Our Response to DNT

Our Website does not currently respond to or recognize DNT signals because:

Browser implementation of DNT is inconsistent and unreliable
DNT technology has not been standardized
Different browsers implement DNT differently
We cannot reliably distinguish between DNT and other privacy settings

6.3 Alternative Privacy Controls

Instead of relying on DNT, we offer:

Cookie management through our cookie consent banner
Browser-level cookie controls (see section 5.2)
Third-party opt-out mechanisms for advertising networks
Granular privacy settings in your user account
Direct requests to stop tracking (contact [email protected])

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

7.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

Changes in our cookie usage practices
New tracking technologies we implement
Updates to third-party services
Changes in legal or regulatory requirements
Improvements in clarity and transparency

7.2 Notification

When we make material changes:

We will post the updated policy on our Website
We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
For significant changes, we will notify you via email (if you're a subscriber)
Continued use of our Website constitutes acceptance of updates

7.3 Material Changes

We consider material changes to be:

Adding new types of cookies
Changing how we use existing cookies
Adding new third-party tracking services
Significantly increasing data collection
Changes to your privacy rights

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (555) 842-7654

Mailing Address: Kankunas LLC 450 Park Avenue, Suite 1200 New York, NY 10022

Response Time: We respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 10 business days.

Cookie Preference Center: You can update your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie preference center available at the bottom of our Website ("Manage Cookies" or "Cookie Settings" link).

Thank you for taking the time to understand our cookie practices. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy while providing you with an excellent browsing experience on the Kankunas website.