Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is protected and used responsibly.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. These files contain information that helps the website remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, making your experience more efficient. Cookies can be used to remember login details, language settings, and other preferences.

There are different types of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features.

Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences (such as language or region) and provide improved, personalized features.

Performance/Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting data anonymously.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver targeted advertising based on your interests. We do not use advertising cookies on our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are crucial for the basic functionality of the website, such as ensuring proper navigation and page loading. Without them, certain services on our website may not be available.

Functional Cookies: These cookies improve your experience by remembering your choices, such as language preferences or login information, so you don’t need to re-enter these details on each visit.

Analytics Cookies: These cookies allow us to collect information about how visitors use our website. We use this information to improve the website’s performance, fix bugs, and enhance usability. Examples of analytics cookies include those used by Google Analytics and similar tools.

Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are erased once you close your browser. They help manage the user session and remember the choices you make during a browsing session.

Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period and allow us to remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

4. Purpose of Cookies

Cookies are used for several purposes, including:

Website Functionality: To enable basic website features such as user login and session management.

Improving User Experience: To remember your preferences, such as language, layout, and device settings, for a personalized experience.

Website Analytics: To analyze website traffic, track user behavior, and gather insights to improve the site’s performance.

Targeted Advertising: Although we do not use advertising cookies, certain partners may place cookies on your device to deliver ads based on your behavior on our site.

5. Cookie Consent and Preferences

Upon your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner informing you of the use of cookies. You have the option to either accept all cookies or customize your preferences. If you choose to customize, you can select the types of cookies you want to allow and block.

Accept All Cookies: If you click "Accept," we will place cookies on your device as described in this policy.

Customize Settings: You can select which categories of cookies you wish to accept (e.g., strictly necessary, functional, or analytics).

Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the cookie management tools available on our website.

6. Managing and Deleting Cookies

Most browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings. You can delete existing cookies or block cookies entirely. However, please note that if you block cookies, some features of the website may not function properly.

Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.

Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.

Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.

Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data.

For detailed instructions on how to manage cookies for different browsers, you can visit the help section of your browser.

7. Global Privacy Control (GPC)

We recognize the importance of respecting your privacy preferences. Global Privacy Control (GPC) is a privacy setting that allows users to communicate their privacy preferences to websites and online services. If you enable GPC in your browser, we will respect your preference not to have your personal information sold or shared, in accordance with applicable laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

8. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third parties, such as analytics providers and advertisers, to set cookies on our website. These third parties may use their own cookies to collect data about your online activities over time and across different websites. For example, Google Analytics is used to analyze traffic on our site, but we do not share or sell personal data collected through these cookies.

Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information on their use of cookies and how to opt-out.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When changes are made, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies and protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or how to manage your cookie preferences, please contact us:

Email: info@shipharo.pro

Phone: +1 (404) 502-9838

Address: Ravenel New Media Consulting LLC, 2173 Hawkins St, Charlotte, NC 28203