Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

VIV53 IT Services uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Functionality: Enable core website features and navigation
• Performance: Analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences
• Security: Protect against malicious activity and maintain security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Session Cookies: Maintain your session and preferences during your visit
• Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
• Navigation Cookies: Remember your navigation preferences and settings

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, page views, and user behavior
• Performance Monitoring: Measures website speed and functionality
• Error Tracking: Identifies and resolves technical issues

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices:

• Preference Cookies: Remember language, region, and display settings
• Form Data: Temporarily store form information to improve user experience
• Chat Features: Enable WhatsApp integration and messaging functionality

3.4 Marketing Cookies (If Applicable)

When enabled, these cookies help us deliver relevant content:

• Advertising: Display relevant ads based on your interests
• Social Media: Enable sharing and social media integration
• Remarketing: Show relevant content to previous visitors

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include content from third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Google Services: Analytics, Maps, and Fonts
• Social Media: LinkedIn, Instagram, GitHub integration
• Content Delivery: Image and asset optimization services

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be stored for different periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for a specified period (up to 2 years)
• Analytics Cookies: Typically expire after 2 years
• Preference Cookies: Stored for 1 year or until changed

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies

6.2 Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific tracking:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance
• Network Advertising: NAI Opt-out

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience:

• Some website features may not work properly
• Your preferences may not be remembered
• Contact forms may not function correctly
• Analytics and improvement efforts may be limited

8. Mobile Apps and Devices

Similar technologies may be used in mobile applications:

• Device IDs: Unique identifiers for mobile devices
• Local Storage: Information stored locally on your device
• App Analytics: Usage tracking within mobile applications

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and posting the revised policy on our website.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: