Cookies Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content.

2. How We Use Cookies

StaffWatcher uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into website usage and performance
• Marketing Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements and content

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

• Authentication cookies
• Security cookies
• Session management cookies

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular.

• Google Analytics cookies
• Website performance monitoring
• Error tracking cookies

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Language preference cookies
• Theme preference cookies
• Form auto-fill cookies

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements.

• Social media cookies
• Advertising network cookies
• Retargeting cookies

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services include:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Google Ads: Advertising and remarketing
• Social Media Platforms: Social sharing and integration
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
• Customer Support Tools: Live chat and support services

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Set by our website directly
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.

6.3 Opt-Out Links

For third-party cookies, you can opt out through the respective service providers:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads: Google Ads Settings

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

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

• You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
• Some website features may not work as expected
• Personalization features may be limited
• Analytics and performance monitoring may be affected

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

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

10. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:

• All About Cookies
• Your Online Choices
• Network Advertising Initiative