Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how TradeREA (https://traderea.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By using our website and services, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This helps us provide you with a better experience when you browse our website and allows certain features to function properly.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving different purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.

Examples:

  • Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
  • Security cookies to protect against fraud
  • Session cookies to maintain your session state
  • Load balancing cookies to distribute traffic

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance the functionality of our website by remembering your preferences and choices, such as language settings, region, and display preferences. They enable us to provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples:

  • Language preference cookies
  • Theme and display settings
  • User interface preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's structure and content.

Examples:

  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Time spent on pages
  • Error messages and performance issues
  • Traffic sources and referral information

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples:

  • Advertising personalization
  • Campaign performance tracking
  • Retargeting cookies

3. Cookie Duration

3.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate our website.

3.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and improve your experience across multiple visits.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality. These third parties may set their own cookies on your device.

Third-party services we may use include:

  • Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Payment processors
  • Customer support platforms
  • Security and fraud prevention services
  • Social media platforms (if integrated)

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they use cookies and your information.

5. Purpose of Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication: To identify you when you log in and keep you logged in
  • Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
  • Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
  • Analytics: To understand how users interact with our website
  • Performance: To optimize website performance and loading times
  • Functionality: To enable features and improve user experience
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness

6. Cookie Management and Opt-Out Options

You have several options to manage or disable cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

Instructions for common browsers:

  • 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 → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

6.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner. You can use this banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt-out of certain third-party cookies through industry opt-out tools:

6.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • You may need to re-enter your login credentials more frequently
  • Your preferences and settings may not be saved
  • Some features may be unavailable or limited
  • Website performance may be affected
  • Personalized content and recommendations may not be available

Essential cookies are required for the website to function, and disabling them may prevent you from accessing certain parts of our platform.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: