Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SoftTechLab uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. Learn about the types of cookies we use and how you can manage your preferences.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tools.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our website, and improve your overall experience. They cannot harm your device and do not contain viruses or malicious software.
2. How We Use Cookies
SoftTechLab uses cookies for various purposes to enhance your browsing experience:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if they get error messages.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser until you leave the website. They help us track your activity during a single browsing session.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by SoftTechLab and are used to provide core website functionality and improve your user experience.
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by external services that we use, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, or social media platforms.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies help us:
- Count the number of visitors and see how they move around the site
- Identify which pages are most popular
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Improve our website's performance and content
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences, such as:
- Language selection
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Login information
- Form data to improve your experience
Marketing Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to:
- Track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
- Measure user engagement with our marketing materials
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being sent
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept or decline.
Opt-Out Links
For third-party cookies, you can often opt out directly through the service provider's website or through industry opt-out pages.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can choose to disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website:
- Some features may not work properly or at all
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
- Website performance analytics may be less accurate
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the basic functionality of our website.
7. Third-Party Services
We use various third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand website usage and performance. You can opt out at: Google Analytics Opt-out
Payment Processors
Secure payment processing services may set cookies to ensure transaction security and prevent fraud.
Social Media Platforms
If we integrate social media features, these platforms may set their own cookies to track interactions.
8. Data Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Short-term Cookies: Typically expire within 24 hours to 30 days
- Long-term Cookies: May persist for up to 2 years, depending on their purpose
- User-controlled Cookies: Remain until you manually delete them or they reach their expiration date
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify users through our website or other appropriate communication channels. Continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
SoftTechLab
Email: admin@softtechlab.com
Website: www.softtechlab.com
We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring your privacy preferences are respected.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies on our website, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help you understand your choices.