Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CraftSEO AI ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the EU ePrivacy Directive, and other applicable data protection laws.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

2.1 Types of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by other organizations whose services we use

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons detailed below. Unfortunately, in most cases there are no industry standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to our site.

• Essential Functionality: Enable core website features and user authentication
• User Experience: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics: Understand how visitors use our website to improve functionality
• Marketing: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
• Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access

4. Cookies We Use

5. Third-Party Services

We use several third-party services that may place cookies on your device. These services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices:

5.1 Google Analytics

• Provider: Google LLC
• Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Data Transfer: Ireland (adequate) and United States (Standard Contractual Clauses)
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

5.2 Meta Pixel (Facebook)

• Provider: Meta Platforms, Inc.
• Purpose: Social media advertising and conversion tracking
• Data Transfer: Ireland (adequate) and United States (Standard Contractual Clauses)
• Privacy Policy: Meta Privacy Policy
• Opt-out: Facebook Ad Preferences

5.3 Stripe

• Provider: Stripe, Inc.
• Purpose: Payment processing and fraud prevention
• Data Transfer: Ireland (adequate) and United States (Standard Contractual Clauses)
• Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy Policy

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent Manager

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences by category
• Access detailed information about each cookie type

6.2 Managing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer
• Using your browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Visiting third-party opt-out pages for marketing cookies
• Contacting us directly through our contact page

6.3 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Data Retention

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type and purpose:

• Essential Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies last up to 30 days
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months
• Marketing Cookies: Meta Pixel data is retained for up to 2 years
• Consent Records: Your cookie preferences are stored for 1 year

8. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers are located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure adequate protection for your data through:

• Adequacy Decisions: For countries with adequate data protection (e.g., Ireland)
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): For transfers to countries without adequacy decisions (e.g., United States)
• Additional Safeguards: Technical and organizational measures for enhanced security

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 through cookies or any other means. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users through our cookie banner if consent is required for new cookies
• Send email notifications for significant changes

11. Legal Rights

Under GDPR and other applicable laws, you have rights regarding our use of cookies and your personal data:

• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
• Right of Access: Request information about cookies and data we store about you
• Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data and associated cookies
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

12. Contact Information

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us through our contact page or email us directly.

If you are not satisfied with our response to your cookie-related concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.