Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.

Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve your browsing experience
• Analyze website traffic and performance
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Enable certain website functionality

2. How We Use Cookies

The100Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website the100website.com to enhance your browsing experience and improve our services. We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Website Functionality: To ensure our website works properly
• Performance Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
• User Experience: To remember your preferences and improve usability
• Marketing and Advertising: To show relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness
• Security: To protect against fraud and enhance website security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

4. Detailed Cookie Information

Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies we use on our website:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
_ga	Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users	2 years	Analytics
_ga_*	Google Analytics - Maintains session state	2 years	Analytics
_gid	Google Analytics - Distinguishes users	24 hours	Analytics
session_id	Maintains user session for form submissions	Session	Essential
preferences	Stores user preferences and settings	1 year	Functional
utm_*	Tracks marketing campaign performance	30 days	Marketing

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may also use third-party cookies from external services we integrate with:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how you use our website, which helps us improve our services.

Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

5.2 Social Media Platforms

If you interact with social media content on our website (such as sharing buttons), those platforms may set their own cookies.

• LinkedIn: LinkedIn Privacy Policy
• Twitter: Twitter Privacy Policy

5.3 Font and CDN Services

We use external services to load fonts and other resources, which may set performance-related cookies:

• Google Fonts: Used for website typography
• Content Delivery Networks: For faster resource loading

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:

6.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while browsing our website.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help remember your preferences across multiple visits.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies on our website:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set up automatic cookie deletion
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

7.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can also use these tools to manage tracking cookies:

• Google Analytics Opt-out: Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: Opt-out Tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Consumer Choice Tool

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website:

• Essential cookies: Disabling these may prevent the website from functioning properly
• Analytics cookies: We won't be able to improve our website based on usage data
• Functional cookies: You may need to re-enter preferences on each visit
• Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

9. Mobile Devices and Apps

If you access our website through a mobile device or app, similar tracking technologies may be used:

9.1 Mobile Browser Cookies

Mobile browsers handle cookies similarly to desktop browsers. You can manage cookie settings through your mobile browser preferences.

9.2 Device Identifiers

Mobile devices may use advertising identifiers that serve similar purposes to cookies:

• iOS: Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA)
• Android: Google Advertising ID (GAID)

10. Data Security and Privacy

We take the security of cookie data seriously:

• Cookies are transmitted securely using HTTPS encryption
• We regularly review and update our cookie practices
• Personal information in cookies is minimized and anonymized when possible
• We comply with applicable data protection regulations

11. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data internationally. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and include appropriate safeguards.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

13. 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. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing prominent notice on our website for significant changes

14. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Our legal basis for using cookies depends on the type:

• Essential cookies: Legitimate interest in providing website functionality
• Analytics cookies: Legitimate interest in improving our services
• Functional cookies: Your consent or legitimate interest
• Marketing cookies: Your consent

15. Contact Us About Cookies

16. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our other policies:

• Privacy Policy - How we handle your personal information
• Terms of Service - Terms for using our services