Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ziforquc ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at ziforquc.com ("Service"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have disabled them.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

2.1 Types of Cookies

Cookies can be classified in several ways:

By Duration:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

By Origin:

• First-party Cookies: Set by our website directly
• Third-party Cookies: Set by external services we use on our website

By Purpose:

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for basic website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons, including:

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• Security and authentication
• Shopping cart functionality
• Form submission and validation
• Session management
• Load balancing
• Cookie consent preferences

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and for compliance with legal obligations.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Links clicked and user navigation patterns
• Error messages encountered
• Loading times and website performance
• Device and browser information
• Geographic location (country/region level)

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features:

• Language and region preferences
• Font size and display preferences
• Recently viewed products
• Wish list and favorites
• Chat and customer service preferences
• Form auto-fill information (with your consent)

Legal Basis: Your consent and our legitimate interest in providing you with a personalized experience.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests:

• Track visits across websites
• Build advertising profiles
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
• Enable social media sharing
• Provide targeted product recommendations

Legal Basis: Your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

4.1 Essential Cookies

4.2 Analytics Cookies

4.3 Marketing Cookies

5. Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party companies that may place cookies on your device. These companies have their own privacy policies:

5.1 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
• Hotjar: Hotjar Privacy Policy

5.2 Social Media Platforms

• Facebook: Facebook Privacy Policy
• Instagram: Instagram Privacy Policy
• Twitter: Twitter Privacy Policy

5.3 Payment Processors

• Stripe: Stripe Privacy Policy
• PayPal: PayPal Privacy Policy

5.4 Customer Support

• Zendesk: Zendesk Privacy Policy
• Intercom: Intercom Privacy Policy

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept All: Consent to all cookie categories
• Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies
• Custom Settings: Choose specific cookie categories

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Set cookies to expire when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6.4 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of specific tracking services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads: Ad Settings
• Facebook: Ad Preferences
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

7.1 Necessary Cookies

If you disable necessary cookies, you may experience:

• Inability to log in or maintain sessions
• Shopping cart not functioning properly
• Forms not submitting correctly
• Security features not working

7.2 Performance Cookies

Disabling these cookies means:

• We cannot improve website performance
• Error detection may be limited
• Website optimization will be reduced

7.3 Functionality Cookies

Without these cookies:

• Your preferences won't be remembered
• Features may not work as expected
• Personalization will be limited

7.4 Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies means:

• Advertisements may be less relevant
• You may see the same ads repeatedly
• Social sharing features may be limited

8. Other Tracking Technologies

Besides cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

8.1 Web Beacons

Small transparent images that help us:

• Track email open rates
• Monitor website usage
• Measure advertisement effectiveness

8.2 Local Storage

Browser storage that helps us:

• Store user preferences
• Cache content for faster loading
• Maintain application state

8.3 Fingerprinting

We do not use device fingerprinting for tracking purposes, but may collect device information for:

• Security and fraud prevention
• Technical support
• Compatibility optimization

9. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:

• Encryption: Sensitive cookie data is encrypted
• Secure Transmission: Cookies are transmitted over HTTPS
• Access Controls: Limited access to cookie data
• Regular Audits: Periodic review of cookie usage
• Data Minimization: We only collect necessary cookie data

10. International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may process cookie data outside of Canada. When this occurs:

• We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place
• Data transfers comply with applicable privacy laws
• We maintain the same level of protection for your data
• You can contact us for more information about specific transfers

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for parents and guardians purchasing children's clothing. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information through our cookies, please contact us immediately.

12. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie usage
• New technologies or services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Best practice improvements

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify you through our website or email
• Request new consent where required

13. Contact Us

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