Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make sites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

OWALLS uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Enable essential site functionality
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Personalize content and advertising
• Improve the user experience
• Provide social media features

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Duration
Essential	Necessary for site operation, security, and core functionality. Cannot be disabled.	Session / Persistent
Functional	Remember your preferences, language, region, and personalization settings.	Up to 1 year
Performance/Analytics	Collect anonymous data on how you use our site to help improve it.	Up to 2 years
Advertising/Marketing	Track your browsing across sites to show relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness.	Up to 1 year

4. Specific Cookies We Use

[Customize this section with your actual cookies]

4.1 First-Party Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
session_id	Maintains your login session	Session	Necessary
cookie_consent	Saves your cookie preferences	1 year	Necessary
user_preferences	Saves your site preferences (language, theme)	1 year	Functional
_analytics	Tracks page views and user behavior	2 years	Analytics

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set their own cookies:

• Google Analytics: Analyzes site traffic and user behavior
  Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Ads/DoubleClick: Serves targeted ads
  Opt-out option: https://adssettings.google.com
• Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and serves targeted ads
  Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
• [Add other third-party services]

5. Other Tracking Technologies

5.1 Web Beacons

Small graphic images (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) used alongside cookies to track user activity and email engagement.

5.2 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage allows sites to store data locally in your browser, similar to cookies but with greater capacity.

5.3 Session Storage

Temporary storage that is cleared when you close the browser tab.

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Managing Cookie Consent

When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner requesting your consent. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences by category

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

6.2 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Block only third-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close the browser
• Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Learn how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6.3 Opt-Out Links

• Google Analytics: Browser extension
• Network Advertising Initiative: Opt-out tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Opt-out tool
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: Your Online Choices

7. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you choose to block or delete cookies:

• Some site features may not work properly
• Your preferences will not be saved
• You may need to log in each time you visit
• Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
• You may still see ads, but they will be less relevant

Note: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled, as they are essential for security and core site functionality.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie choices made through our consent management platform.

9. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have their own settings for controlling advertising and tracking:

iOS Devices:

• Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow apps to request to track (turn off)
• Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > Personalized Ads (turn off)

Android Devices:

• Settings > Google > Ads > Disable ad personalization
• Settings > Privacy > Advanced > Ads

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other operational reasons. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Displaying a notification banner the next time you visit our site

11. Cookie Auditing and Transparency

We conduct periodic audits of the cookies used on our site to ensure transparency and compliance. If you have questions about a specific cookie, contact us and we will provide detailed information.

12. International Users

If you access our site from outside [YOUR COUNTRY], please note that cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries with different privacy laws. By using our site, you consent to such transfers.

12.1 European Economic Area (EEA)

For users in the EEA, we comply with the ePrivacy Directive and the GDPR. We obtain your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

12.2 California Residents

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information, please see our Privacy Policy.

12.3 UK Residents

For UK residents, we comply with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

13. Children's Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under 16. We do not collect information from children through cookies. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

14. How to Contact Us

15. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, visit:

• All About Cookies
• Your Online Choices (EU)
• ICO Cookie Guide (UK)
• Network Advertising Initiative