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Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 18/04/2025

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At www.theceodirectory.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding the use of cookies on our website www.theceodirectory.com (the “Site”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing them.

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By using the Site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies, you may disable them by following the instructions below.

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1. What Are Cookies?

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Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device, store certain preferences, and track usage data. Cookies can be session-based (temporary) or persistent (stored for a longer period).

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2. How We Use Cookies

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We use cookies for a variety of purposes to improve the user experience and functionality of the Site. The cookies we use fall into the following categories:

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a. Essential Cookies

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These cookies are necessary for the operation of the Site and enable basic features such as page navigation, secure login, and access to certain areas. Without these cookies, the Site cannot function properly.

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  • Example: Authentication cookies that ensure a user remains logged in while browsing.

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b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

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We use these cookies to collect information about how visitors interact with the Site, allowing us to improve its performance. These cookies help us understand which pages are most visited, which links are clicked, and other data that informs how we can optimize the user experience.

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  • Google Analytics: This tool helps us analyze website traffic, monitor visitor activity, and improve the functionality of the Site.

  • Example: Google Analytics cookies collect anonymous data on user behavior and website performance.

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c. Functionality Cookies

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These cookies enhance the functionality of the Site by remembering your preferences and settings. They allow us to provide a more personalized experience based on your choices and previously entered information.

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  • Example: Language preference cookies, which ensure that the Site loads in your preferred language.

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d. Targeting or Advertising Cookies

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These cookies are used to deliver targeted advertisements to users, based on their browsing behavior and interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times an ad is shown and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

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  • Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to display ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other sites.

  • Example: Cookies used by Google to display personalized ads on third-party sites.

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3. Managing and Controlling Cookies

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You have control over the cookies that are placed on your device. You can manage or block cookies by adjusting the settings in your browser. However, please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site and prevent you from accessing certain features.

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How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser:

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  • Google Chrome:

    • Go to the browser menu, select "Settings," and click "Privacy and Security."

    • Under "Cookies and other site data," you can choose your preferred cookie settings.

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  • Mozilla Firefox:

    • Open the browser menu, click "Options," and select "Privacy & Security."

    • Scroll down to "Cookies and Site Data," where you can adjust cookie settings.

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  • Safari:

    • Go to "Preferences," select the "Privacy" tab, and adjust cookie settings under the "Cookies and Website Data" section.

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  • Microsoft Edge:

    • Go to the browser menu, select "Settings," and click "Privacy, Search, and Services."

    • Under "Cookies and site permissions," you can manage your cookie preferences.

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Cookie Consent Management

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Upon visiting our Site, a pop-up or banner will appear informing you about our use of cookies. By continuing to use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You may also adjust your preferences or withdraw your consent at any time through your browser settings.

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4. Third-Party Cookies

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In addition to the cookies we place, third-party service providers such as Google, Facebook, and other advertising networks may also set cookies on your device. These third-party cookies are subject to their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them to understand how they use your data.

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For example:

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  • Google Analytics: Google sets cookies to collect website usage data. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Cookie Usage.

  • Google AdSense: Google sets cookies to display personalized ads. You can manage your ad settings through Google Ad Settings.

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5. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

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Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data collected through cookies. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us as provided in the Contact Us section.

You can also opt-out of receiving targeted advertising from third-party providers, including Google, by visiting their opt-out pages:

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6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

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We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” at the top will be updated. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

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7. Contact Us

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If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at: info@theceodirectory.com

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