Cookie Policy

1. Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this Stocks informational website. Cookies are small files stored on a user’s device to support site functionality and measurement. Similar technologies may include local storage or comparable browser mechanisms. The site uses these tools in a limited and structured manner. Cookie use is intended to support stable site operation.

2. Cookie Categories

The site may use necessary, functional, analytics, and advertising cookies. Necessary cookies support core operations and security-related functions. Functional cookies store preferences selected by the user. Analytics cookies provide aggregated usage insights to understand general site performance. Advertising cookies, where used, are limited to measurement and attribution signals rather than profile-based delivery.

3. Purpose of Cookies

Cookies are used to ensure stability, remember preferences, analyze site usage in aggregate, and support limited attribution measurement. They help reduce repeated settings and support consistent page loading. Analytics information is reviewed as aggregated statistics rather than individual activity. Cookie use is not designed to determine personal characteristics. Cookies are used only for purposes described in this policy.

4. Cookie Retention

Session cookies are removed when the browser closes. Persistent cookies remain until expiration or deletion. Retention periods vary depending on purpose and configuration. Users can delete cookies at any time through browser settings. Retention is not extended for unrelated uses.

5. Consent Mechanism

Where required, users are presented with a consent banner without preselected options. Users may accept or reject non-essential cookies and modify preferences later. Necessary cookies may operate without consent where permitted because they are required for basic operation. Consent choices are recorded only to the extent needed to apply preferences. The site does not use consent prompts to apply pressure or urgency.

6. Managing Preferences

Users can manage cookies through the site interface or browser settings. Blocking or deleting cookies may affect certain site features or preference retention. Browser controls may allow category-based restrictions depending on the product. Users can also clear stored site data using device settings. Preference changes take effect on a forward-looking basis.

7. Cookies and Personal Data

Cookie identifiers relate to devices or browsers and do not directly identify individuals by name. Depending on configuration, cookies may be associated with technical identifiers such as IP address or browser metadata. The site treats such identifiers as technical data and limits processing to operational and measurement purposes. Contact form data is handled separately under the Privacy Policy. Cookie data is not used to infer sensitive personal characteristics.

8. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by service providers supporting site operations and measurement. These providers act under instructions and for limited purposes consistent with this policy. Third-party technologies are used only where operationally necessary. The site does not authorize third parties to use cookies for targeted advertising on this website. Providers are selected based on infrastructure needs rather than commercial promotion.

9. Updates

This policy may be updated to reflect changes in cookie usage or to improve clarity. The Last Updated date indicates the most recent revision. Updates are intended to maintain transparency about cookie practices. Users are encouraged to review the policy periodically. Changes do not alter choices already applied without user action.

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