Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how GiftSarv ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at giftsarv.org (the "Site"). This policy provides you with information about the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.

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 provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve your browsing experience
• Provide analytics data to website owners
• Enable certain functionality
• Remember items in your shopping cart

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas, and shopping cart functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the website's performance and user experience.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

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

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver advertisements. These third parties include:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, or similar services that help us understand website usage
• Payment Processors: Secure payment gateway providers
• Advertising Networks: Third-party advertisers that display relevant ads
• Social Media Platforms: If we integrate social media sharing buttons

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we have no control over their cookies.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

5.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to remember your actions during a single browsing session.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple browsing sessions. The duration varies depending on the purpose of the cookie:

• Preference cookies: Usually 1-2 years
• Analytics cookies: Usually 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Typically 1-2 years

6. How to Control and Delete Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:

6.1 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Accept only first-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close the browser
• Alert you when a website tries to set a cookie

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

6.3 Opt-Out Links

You can also opt out of certain types of cookies through these resources:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out page
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out page

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block cookies, please note that:

• Some features of our website may not function properly
• You may not be able to complete certain transactions
• Your preferences will not be saved
• You may need to re-enter information
• Your user experience may be diminished

Essential cookies cannot be disabled if you want to use our core services.

8. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

8.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)

Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether you've opened a page or email and can be used to collect information about your device and browser.

8.2 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage that allows websites to store data locally in your browser, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.

8.3 JavaScript

Code that runs in your browser to enable interactive features and may collect information about your interaction with the site.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

10. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

11. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may have different cookie settings and controls. Please refer to your device's settings or help resources for information on how to control cookies and similar technologies on mobile devices.

12. Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

13. Contact Us

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

14. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit:

• www.allaboutcookies.org
• www.youronlinechoices.eu (for EU residents)
• www.networkadvertising.org