1. INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) explains what cookies are, and how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collect using cookies, how we use that information, and how you can manage your cookie settings. This Policy is an integral part of GlobaHub Privacy Policy and constitutes our commitment to protecting personal data collected and used via cookies when you access our websites https://globahub.com/, https://globahub.com/, and their subdomains (hereinafter referred to as the “Websites”).
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that store small pieces of information on your device when you load a website in your browser. They help us make the Websites function properly, make them more secure, provide a better user experience, understand how the Websites perform, and identify areas for improvement.
Cookies are created when you visit a website. These text files identify you and help streamline your online experience. Once created, cookies are stored in a file on your hard drive or browser, depending on your operating system and the browser you use.
3. HOW DO WE USE COOKIES?
Like most online services, our Websites use both first-party and third-party cookies for several purposes.
Necessary Cookies: Essential for the Websites to function correctly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information or track your browsing habits.
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings, such as language choice, to provide a personalized experience.
Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Websites by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This information is used to improve the user experience and optimize the Websites` performance.
We treat the cookies we collect as personal data in accordance with data protection laws. For more information about our privacy practices, how we share your information with third parties, and the measures we take to protect your privacy, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
We do not sell your personal data collected through cookies to any third party. Currently, our Websites do not support the “Do Not Track” request.
4. TYPES, PURPOSE(S) AND DURATION OF COOKIES WE USE
We use both necessary and optional (if enabled) cookies on our Websites. Optional cookies generally fall into one of these categories: functional or analytical.
The detailed list of cookies we use is presented below.
Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration/Retention Period |
cookie_notice_accepted | Functional | Stores the user’s consent to cookie usage on the site. | 1 year |
session_id | Functional | Identifies the user’s session on the server. | expires at the end of an internet browser session |
csrftoken | Security | Helps prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. | the cookie will expire as soon as the browser is closed |
dc_gtm | Analytical | Used by Google Tag Manager to control the loading of a Google Analytics script tag. | 1 minute |
_ga | Analytical | Used to distinguish users for Google Analytics tracking. | 2 years |
_gid | Analytical | Used to distinguish users for Google Analytics tracking. | 1 day |
_gat | Analytical | Used to throttle request rate in Google Analytics. | 10 minutes |
5. CONSENT MECHANISM
Upon your first visit to our Websites, you will see a cookie banner at the bottom of the page. This banner informs you about our use of cookies and provides you with options to manage your preferences:
Accept All Cookies: Consent to the use of all cookies for the best user experience.
Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Decline all cookies except those necessary for website functionality.
Customize Preferences: Choose specific types of cookies to accept or reject.
Your consent choices are recorded using a Consent Management Platform (CMP) and stored securely on your device and in our database.
Please refer to the links provided for managing cookies in popular browsers.
Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-in/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox?redirectslug=delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored&redirectlocale=en-US
Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-delete-cookie-files-in-internet-explorer-bca9446f-d873-78de-77ba-d42645fa52fc
If you are using any other web browser, please visit your browser’s official support documents.
For more general information on cookies, please visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org/.
We maintain a detailed log of your consent records to ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Any updates to this Cookie Policy will be communicated through a notice on our homepage or via email.
6. LEGAL BASIS FOR USING COOKIES
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection laws, we use cookies on our Websites based on the following legal bases:
1. Consent: For most types of cookies, including analytical and functional cookies, we rely on your consent. When you first visit our Websites, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use these cookies. You have the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences and withdraw your consent at any time by accessing the cookie settings on our Websites or by adjusting your browser settings. Consent is specifically required for cookies that process personal data or track user behavior across websites.
2. Legitimate Interests: For certain cookies that are necessary to ensure the proper functioning and security of our Websites, we rely on our legitimate interests. These cookies are essential for enabling basic functions such as page navigation, secure access, and providing a seamless user experience. These cookies do not require your consent as they do not process personal data beyond what is necessary for the operation of the website.
3. Performance of a Contract: In some cases, cookies may be necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you. For example, cookies that remember your preferences or login details ensure that you can access and use the services you have requested.
7. USER RIGHTS AND OPTIONS
You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data collected via cookies. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
8. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the date at the top of this policy and ask you for consent through our cookie banner.
9. HOW TO CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Policy, please contact us via email at [email protected].