1. Introduction

Thank you for using CookieChimp, the cookie consent app. Our main goal is to provide website owners with a simple tool to manage and obtain users' consent for cookie use. We are committed to transparency, and this Cookie Policy aims to help you understand what information we collect when users visit websites that use our service and how we use that information.

2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.

3. Information We Collect

When you visit a website that utilizes our service, we collect the following information:

• IP Address: To help us identify unique visits and for security reasons.
• Cookies & Categories Accepted: To understand your preferences and provide relevant content.
• Pageviews: We record which pages you access during your session to improve our service.

4. The Cookies We Use

• _cookie_chimp_app_session: This is a session cookie, which is temporary and is deleted when you close your browser. It enables our app to recognize your session and provide a seamless experience.
• browser_time_zone: This cookie helps in understanding your time zone for accurate timestamping and reporting.

5. Purpose of Cookies

• _cookie_chimp_app_session: To manage your session on websites using our service.
• browser_time_zone: To timestamp actions and activities according to your local time zone.

6. Data Retention

We retain the IP addresses, cookies, and categories accepted, and pageviews for a duration that is necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods vary based on the type of data and its use.

7. Your Choices

While our primary function is to assist website owners in obtaining your consent, you still have choices regarding cookies:

• Managing Cookies: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through the browser settings. You can set your browser to block cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, if you block our session cookie, some parts of websites using our service might not function properly.
• Contacting Us If you have questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please email us at [email protected].

8. Changes to This Policy

From time to time, we may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

For more information about our privacy practices, or if you have questions or concerns, please contact us by email at [email protected].

By using websites that incorporate CookieChimp, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.