Cookies Policy

Introduction

Welcome to the Cookies Policy for BlackHatSEO.co.in. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to browse our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

We are committed to transparency about the data we collect and how we use it. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies serve various purposes, including:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Enabling core functionality of the website
• Analyzing how visitors use our website
• Improving user experience
• Delivering relevant advertising content

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, security features, and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

2. Performance Cookies

Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if visitors receive error messages. These cookies help us improve how our website works.

3. Functionality Cookies

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

4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

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

5. Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This information helps us improve our content and user experience. We may use services like Google Analytics for this purpose.

Specific Cookies Used

Below is a detailed breakdown of the cookies we use on our website:

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website and deliver advertisements on and through our website.

Third-Party Services We Use:

• Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors engage with our website
• Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing features
• Advertising Networks: Deliver relevant advertisements
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Improve website performance

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites over time. We do not have control over these third-party cookies.

How to Manage Cookies

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

Browser Settings

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

• Accept all cookies
• Reject all cookies
• Notify you when a cookie is set
• Delete cookies after your browsing session

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Important Note: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be limited.

Cookie Retention Period

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (ranging from hours to years)

We regularly review and minimize the retention period of cookies to ensure we only keep them for as long as necessary.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing notice on our website homepage (for major changes)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Your Rights and Choices

Under various data protection laws, you have rights regarding cookies and personal data:

• Right to Access: Request information about the cookies we use
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to cookie usage at any time
• Right to Object: Object to our use of certain types of cookies
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of cookies from your device

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information through cookies, please contact us immediately.

Legal Compliance

This Cookies Policy is designed to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• ePrivacy Directive
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Information Technology Act, 2000 (India)