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Cookie Policy Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how Velora Giveaways uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use. What This Policy Covers: • Types of cookies and tracking technologies we use • Purposes for which we use these technologies • How you can manage your cookie preferences • Your rights regarding cookie consent and data protection • Legal basis for our use of cookies Your Choices: You have control over cookie settings and can modify your preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie management tools. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

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What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Types of Cookies by Duration: • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them • Secure Cookies: Only transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections • HttpOnly Cookies: Cannot be accessed by client-side scripts for security Types of Cookies by Origin: • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website domain • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services integrated into our website • Cross-Site Cookies: Track activity across multiple websites Similar Technologies: We also use web beacons, pixels, local storage, and other tracking technologies that function similarly to cookies for analytics and functionality purposes.

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Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize our cookies into four main types based on their purpose and functionality: 1. Strictly Necessary Cookies These cookies are essential for our website to function properly: • User authentication and session management • Security features and fraud prevention • Load balancing and technical infrastructure • Accessibility features and language settings • Shopping cart functionality and checkout process 2. Performance and Analytics Cookies These help us understand how our website is being used: • Google Analytics for traffic analysis • Error tracking and debugging information • Page load performance monitoring • User journey and behavior analytics • A/B testing and feature optimization 3. Functionality Cookies These enhance your user experience: • Remembering your login preferences • Storing your selected language and region • Customized content based on your interests • Video player settings and quality preferences • Form auto-completion and saved preferences 4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies These are used for marketing purposes: • Displaying relevant advertisements • Measuring ad campaign effectiveness • Social media integration and sharing • Retargeting and remarketing campaigns • Affiliate tracking and commission attribution

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Purposes for Using Cookies

We use cookies for several legitimate business purposes to enhance your experience and improve our services: Website Functionality: • Maintaining your login session securely • Remembering items in your shopping cart • Enabling core website features and navigation • Providing accessibility features for users with disabilities • Supporting multi-language and region-specific content Security and Fraud Prevention: • Detecting and preventing fraudulent activities • Protecting against cyber attacks and malicious behavior • Verifying user identity and preventing unauthorized access • Maintaining secure connections and data transmission • Monitoring for suspicious patterns and activities Performance Optimization: • Analyzing website traffic and user behavior patterns • Identifying popular content and features • Optimizing page load times and server performance • Conducting A/B tests for feature improvements • Measuring conversion rates and user engagement Personalization and User Experience: • Customizing content based on your preferences • Providing relevant product recommendations • Remembering your settings and preferences • Adapting the interface to your device and browser • Streamlining your user journey and reducing friction Marketing and Advertising: • Delivering targeted and relevant advertisements • Measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns • Supporting social media integration and sharing • Enabling affiliate tracking and referral programs • Providing insights for marketing strategy optimization

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Third-Party Cookies and Services

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies on our website. These partners help us provide better services and user experiences: Analytics and Performance: • Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior insights • Google Tag Manager: Managing marketing and analytics tags • Hotjar: User session recordings and heatmap analysis • Mixpanel: Advanced analytics and user tracking Payment Processing: • PayPal: Secure payment processing and fraud detection • Stripe: Payment gateway and transaction management • Banking Partners: Payment verification and security checks Content Delivery and Performance: • Cloudflare: Content delivery network and security services • Amazon Web Services: Cloud infrastructure and data storage • CDN Providers: Fast content delivery and optimization Marketing and Advertising: • Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising and conversion tracking • Google Ads: Advertising campaign management and optimization • LinkedIn Insights: Professional network advertising and analytics • Twitter Analytics: Social media engagement and advertising Customer Support: • Intercom: Customer support chat and communication • Zendesk: Help desk and customer service management • LiveChat: Real-time customer support functionality Third-Party Privacy: Each third-party service has its own privacy policy and cookie usage guidelines. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they handle your data.

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Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to control and manage cookies on our website: Browser Settings: All modern browsers allow you to control cookie settings: • Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies for full functionality • Block All Cookies: Disable all cookies (may impact website functionality) • Selective Blocking: Choose which types of cookies to allow or block • Delete Existing Cookies: Remove cookies already stored on your device • Notification Settings: Get alerts when websites want to set cookies Our Cookie Management Tools: • Cookie preference center in your account settings • Granular controls for different cookie categories • Easy opt-out options for non-essential cookies • Regular reminders to review your cookie preferences • Clear information about the impact of your choices Browser-Specific Instructions: • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data • Mobile Browsers: Similar options available in mobile browser settings Impact of Cookie Management: Disabling certain cookies may affect: • Website functionality and user experience • Ability to stay logged in between sessions • Personalized content and recommendations • Analytics that help us improve our services • Marketing relevance and advertisement targeting

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Cookie Consent and Your Rights

We respect your privacy rights and provide clear choices about cookie usage: Consent Requirements: • Essential Cookies: No consent required as they are necessary for service operation • Performance Cookies: Consent requested but you can opt out at any time • Functional Cookies: Consent-based with easy management options • Marketing Cookies: Explicit consent required with clear opt-out mechanisms How We Obtain Consent: • Clear and prominent cookie notices on first visit • Detailed information about each cookie category • Easy-to-use consent management interface • Granular controls for different types of cookies • Regular reminders to review and update preferences Your Consent Rights: • Right to Withdraw: You can withdraw consent at any time • Right to Choose: Select which cookie categories to accept or decline • Right to Information: Understand what cookies are used and why • Right to Control: Manage your preferences through our tools • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests Consent Management: • Access cookie settings through your account dashboard • Browser-based controls for comprehensive cookie management • Regular consent renewal requests for ongoing transparency • Clear documentation of your consent choices and history • Easy-to-find information about changing your preferences Special Considerations: • Children under 16 require parental consent for cookie usage • Different legal requirements may apply based on your location • Some cookies are essential and cannot be disabled while using our services • We provide alternative ways to access our services with minimal cookie usage

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Cookie Retention and Expiration

Different types of cookies are retained for varying periods based on their purpose and legal requirements: Session Cookies: • Duration: Deleted automatically when you close your browser • Purpose: Temporary functionality during your current session • Examples: Login status, shopping cart contents, form data • Security: No persistent storage reduces security risks Short-Term Persistent Cookies: • Duration: 24 hours to 30 days • Purpose: Remember preferences for convenience • Examples: Language settings, recent searches, user interface preferences • Management: Can be cleared manually or will expire automatically Medium-Term Persistent Cookies: • Duration: 1 month to 1 year • Purpose: User experience optimization and functionality • Examples: Login preferences, personalization settings, feature flags • Review: We regularly review and update retention periods Long-Term Persistent Cookies: • Duration: Up to 2 years (analytics cookies) • Purpose: Long-term analytics and user behavior understanding • Examples: Google Analytics cookies, conversion tracking, user journey analysis • Compliance: Set according to industry standards and legal requirements Cookie Refresh and Renewal: • Cookies may be refreshed or renewed during active use • Retention periods restart from the date of last interaction • Inactive cookies expire according to their original retention period • We regularly audit and clean up expired or unnecessary cookies Manual Cookie Management: • You can delete cookies manually through your browser settings • Clearing cookies will reset your preferences and require re-authentication • Some cookies will be recreated upon your next visit for essential functionality • Regular cookie clearing may impact your user experience

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Legal Basis for Cookie Usage

Our use of cookies is based on several legal grounds under applicable privacy laws: Legitimate Interest: • Essential Cookies: Necessary for providing our services and website functionality • Security Cookies: Protecting our services and users from fraud and security threats • Performance Cookies: Improving our services and user experience • Analytics Cookies: Understanding how our website is used for optimization Consent: • Marketing Cookies: Advertising and marketing communications require explicit consent • Functional Cookies: Enhancement features are consent-based • Third-Party Cookies: External service cookies require informed consent • Social Media Cookies: Social sharing and integration features Contractual Necessity: • Account Management: Cookies necessary for user account functionality • Transaction Processing: Payment and order processing cookies • Service Delivery: Cookies required to deliver our giveaway services • Customer Support: Communication and support functionality Legal Compliance: • Regulatory Requirements: Cookies for compliance with legal obligations • Audit and Monitoring: Regulatory reporting and compliance monitoring • Data Protection: Cookies for data protection and privacy compliance • Financial Regulations: Payment and financial compliance requirements International Considerations: • GDPR compliance for European Union users • CCPA compliance for California residents • Local privacy law compliance based on user location • Regular updates to maintain compliance with evolving regulations Balancing Test: For legitimate interest cookies, we conduct regular balancing tests to ensure: • Our interests are legitimate and clearly defined • The processing is necessary for the stated purpose • Your privacy rights and interests are respected • The impact on you is minimal and justified • Alternative methods are not reasonably available

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Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements: Reasons for Updates: • Changes in cookie usage or new technologies • Updates to third-party services and integrations • Modifications to legal requirements or regulations • Improvements to our cookie management tools • Enhanced transparency and user control features Notification of Changes: • Material Changes: Email notification and prominent website notice • Minor Updates: Notice on our website and in the updated policy • Technical Changes: Updates to cookie lists and retention periods • Legal Updates: Compliance-related changes with immediate effect Review and Acceptance: • We encourage you to review this policy periodically • Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of updates • You can withdraw consent or modify preferences at any time • Material changes may require renewed consent for certain cookies Version Control: • Each version of this policy is dated and archived • Previous versions are available upon request • Change logs document specific modifications • Legal and compliance teams review all updates Your Rights During Updates: • Right to be informed about changes before they take effect • Right to object to new cookie usage or data processing • Right to withdraw consent for updated practices • Right to request clarification about changes and their impact

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