Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

CheckScam.io uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Security Cookies: Help protect against fraud and ensure security
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into website usage and performance

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
• Security cookies to protect against attacks
• Session cookies to maintain your browsing session

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behavior
• Performance monitoring cookies to identify and fix issues
• Error tracking cookies to improve user experience

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings:

• Language and region preferences
• Search history and filters
• Display preferences and theme settings
• Notification preferences

Security Cookies

These cookies help protect our platform and users:

• CSRF protection cookies
• Rate limiting cookies to prevent abuse
• Fraud detection cookies

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that also place cookies on your device:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Social Media: For social media integration and sharing features
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
• Content Delivery Networks: For faster content delivery

These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies on our website have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period
• Authentication Cookies: Typically last for 30 days
• Analytics Cookies: May last up to 2 years

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies in several ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
• Cookie Consent: We provide options to accept or decline non-essential cookies
• Third-Party Opt-Out: You can opt out of third-party analytics
• Contact Us: Reach out if you need help managing your preferences

7. Browser-Specific Instructions

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Some preferences and settings may not be saved
• Search functionality may be limited
• Performance monitoring may be affected

9. Updates to This Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying prominent notices on our platform

10. Contact Us

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