Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies serve many functions, including allowing you to navigate between pages efficiently, remembering your preferences, and generally improving the user experience. Cookies can also help ensure that advertisements you see online are more relevant to you and your interests.

1.1 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

Cookies can be classified as either first-party or third-party:

• First-party cookies are set directly by the website you are visiting (in this case, cleanmac-update.com).
• Third-party cookies are set by domains other than the website you are visiting, usually by partners we work with such as analytics providers.

1.2 Session vs. Persistent Cookies

Cookies can also be classified by their lifespan:

• Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

CleanMac Update uses several categories of cookies on our Website, each serving a specific purpose. The following table provides a detailed overview of the cookies we currently use:

We may update this table from time to time as we add, remove, or modify the cookies used on our Website. Please check back periodically for the most current information.

3. Essential Cookies

Essential cookies, also known as strictly necessary cookies, are required for the Website to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

The essential cookies we use include:

• cm_cookie_consent: Records your acceptance or dismissal of the cookie consent banner. Without this cookie, we would be unable to remember your choice, and the banner would appear on every page load.
• cm_session: Maintains session state during your visit, ensuring the Website functions smoothly as you navigate between pages.

You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the Website will not function correctly if you do so. Essential cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

4. Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the Website, measure content performance, and identify technical issues.

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use the Website. The information generated by the cookies about your use of the Website (including your IP address, truncated where applicable) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States and other countries.

Google uses this information to evaluate your use of the Website, compile reports on Website activity, and provide other services relating to Website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf.

The analytics cookies we use include _ga, _ga_*, _gid, and _gat. These cookies track information such as pages visited, time spent on the Website, referral source, and general geographic location.

4.2 Opting Out of Analytics

You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by disabling cookies in your browser. You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

5. Preference Cookies

Preference cookies, also known as functionality cookies, allow the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies are not strictly necessary for the Website to function, but they significantly improve your user experience.

The preference cookies we use include:

• cm_theme: Remembers your preferred visual theme (dark or light mode). Without this cookie, the Website would default to its initial theme setting on every visit, regardless of your preference.
• cm_lang: Stores your language preference when multiple languages are offered, so you do not need to re-select your language each time you visit.

These cookies do not track your browsing activity on other websites and do not collect personally identifiable information. You can delete or block preference cookies, but doing so may degrade your experience, as the Website will not remember your choices.

6. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies on your device. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser.

6.1 Browser Controls

Below are links to detailed instructions for managing cookies in the most common browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge
• Opera

6.2 Options Available

Most browsers allow you to:

• See the cookies currently stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Receive notification when a cookie is being set
• Browse in "private" or "incognito" mode, which typically does not store cookies between sessions

6.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, you may be unable to use certain features of the Website. For example, your theme preference will not be remembered, the cookie consent banner may reappear on each visit, and some interactive elements may not work as intended.

6.4 Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you can usually manage cookies and tracking preferences through your browser's settings. Additionally, mobile operating systems (iOS and Android) often provide system-wide tracking and advertising ID controls that you can adjust.

6.5 Opting Out of Specific Services

For specific third-party services, you can often opt out directly through the service provider:

• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Advertising networks: Visit optout.aboutads.info or youronlinechoices.com for advertising opt-out tools.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, applicable laws and regulations, or our data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page and post the revised policy on our Website.

If the changes are significant, we may also provide additional notice, such as displaying a banner on the Website or sending an email notification where appropriate. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. If you do not agree to the updated policy, you should discontinue using the Website and adjust your cookie preferences accordingly.

8. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our other policies that govern your use of the Website:

• Privacy Policy — Describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
• Terms of Use — Sets out the rules and conditions for using our Website.

Together, these documents form the complete legal framework governing your relationship with CleanMac Update when you use our Website.

9. Contact Us

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

We are committed to transparency about our data practices and will respond to your inquiries as promptly as possible.