Cookie Policy
Last Updated: June 17, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how dev.search.systems uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us understand how you use our website, remember your preferences, and provide you with a better user experience. They can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
- Authentication: Remember your login status
- Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery
- Load Balancing: Distribute traffic across servers
- Session Management: Maintain your session while browsing
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
- Theme Preferences: Remember dark/light mode settings
- Language Settings: Store your preferred language
- Form Data: Remember information entered in forms
- Accessibility: Remember accessibility preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Google Analytics: Track website usage and performance
- Page Views: Count visits to different pages
- User Journey: Understand navigation patterns
- Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness:
- Conversion Tracking: Measure marketing campaign success
- Retargeting: Show relevant ads on other websites
- Social Media: Enable sharing and social media integrations
- Third-party Advertising: Deliver targeted advertisements
3. Third-Party Cookies and Services
We use several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
Provides website analytics and user behavior insights
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
Enable social sharing and embedded content
Includes Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Improve website loading speed and performance
May include Cloudflare, AWS CloudFront, or similar services
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- 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 > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Advertising Cookies: Your Online Choices
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-out
Important Note
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.
5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other storage technologies:
- Local Storage: Store data locally in your browser for improved performance
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
- Web Beacons: Small graphics that help us track email opens and website usage
- Pixels: Track conversions and website interactions
- Fingerprinting: We do not use device fingerprinting techniques
6. Mobile Applications
If you use our mobile applications, we may collect information through:
- App Analytics: Track app usage and performance
- Crash Reporting: Identify and fix app issues
- Push Notifications: Send relevant updates (with your permission)
- Device Information: Optimize app performance for your device
You can manage app permissions through your device settings.
7. Cookie Data Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a specified period (usually 1-24 months)
- Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months in Google Analytics
- Marketing Data: Varies by service provider (usually 30 days to 2 years)
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Be informed about the cookies we use (this policy)
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Withdraw consent for cookie usage at any time
- Access data collected through cookies
- Request deletion of cookie data
- File a complaint with data protection authorities
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Significant changes will be communicated via email or website notice
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically
- Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of updates
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@ihms.co
Website: Contact Form
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Questions About Cookies?
We're committed to transparency about our use of cookies and tracking technologies. Contact us for any clarifications.
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