Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how ViziSlides ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features.

• Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
• Security: Protect against fraudulent activity and enhance security
• Session Management: Remember your preferences during a browsing session

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

• Google Analytics: Track website usage and performance
• Mixpanel: Analyze user behavior and feature usage
• Error Tracking: Monitor and fix technical issues

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

• Theme Preferences: Remember your dark/light mode selection
• Language Settings: Store your language preferences
• UI Customization: Save your layout and display preferences

3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign performance.

• Retargeting: Show relevant ads on other websites
• Campaign Tracking: Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Social Media: Enable sharing and social media integration

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies. These include:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Mixpanel: Product analytics and user behavior tracking
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
• AI Service Providers: OpenAI, Google, for AI model integration
• CDN Providers: Content delivery and performance optimization

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

5. Other Tracking Technologies

5.1 Local Storage

We use browser local storage to store data locally on your device for improved performance and offline functionality.

5.2 Web Beacons

Small graphic images (also known as pixel tags) that may be included in our emails to track whether messages have been opened and links clicked.

5.3 Session Storage

Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser, used for session-specific data.

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

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

• View and delete cookies stored on your device
• Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close your browser
• Set exceptions for specific websites

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain tracking technologies:

• Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Do Not Track: Enable Do Not Track in your browser settings
• Ad Choices: Visit www.aboutads.info/choices or www.youronlinechoices.eu

6.4 Impact of Blocking Cookies

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly, and you may need to re-enter information or preferences.

7. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie settings panel or by adjusting your browser settings.

Essential cookies do not require consent as they are necessary for the website to function.

8. 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. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@vizislides.com
• Support: support@vizislides.com
• Website: https://vizislides.com