Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Yappit AI ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our website and services, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should disable them by following the instructions in this policy or adjust your browser settings accordingly.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides information about how we collect and use personal data.

2. 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, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

• Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help us track your activities during a single browsing session.
• Persistent cookies: These remain on your device after you close your browser and are activated each time you visit the website. They help us remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features. Without these cookies, the services you have requested cannot be provided.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. This helps us improve the performance and user experience of our website.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

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

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver advertisements. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we do not have access to or control over the cookies they use.

Third-party services we use may include:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and authentication (e.g., LinkedIn, Twitter)
• Cloud Service Providers: For hosting and infrastructure
• Customer Support Tools: For providing help and support features

Please refer to the privacy policies of these third-party services for more information about their use of cookies.

5. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Chrome Cookie Settings
• Mozilla Firefox: Firefox Cookie Settings
• Safari: Safari Cookie Settings
• Microsoft Edge: Edge Cookie Settings

5.2 Cookie Preference Center

When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by accessing our Cookie Preference Center through the link in the footer of our website.

5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics

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

5.4 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry standard for how to interpret them.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, certain features of our website may not function properly. In particular:

• You may not be able to log in to your account
• Your preferences and settings may not be saved
• Some interactive features may not work correctly
• Your experience may be less personalized

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

7. Cookie Retention

Different types of cookies have different retention periods:

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

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

9. Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including data collected through cookies:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to rectify inaccurate personal data
• The right to erase your personal data
• The right to restrict processing of your personal data
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing
• The right to withdraw consent

For more information about your privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

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

11. Detailed Cookie Information

The following table provides detailed information about the cookies we use: