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 websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How KESS Uses Cookies
KESS, a product of Peppercake, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Keep you signed in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our services
- Improve our platform and user experience
- Provide personalized content and features
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for KESS to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Account authentication
- Session management
- Security features
- Basic platform operations
Duration: Session-based or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No - These are required for KESS to work
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Language preferences
- Display settings (theme, layout)
- Customization options
- Form data retention
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes, but some features may not work properly
3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use KESS:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Click patterns and navigation paths
- Feature usage statistics
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
4. Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your activity to deliver relevant advertisements:
- Ad targeting and retargeting
- Campaign effectiveness measurement
- Interest-based advertising
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes
Third-Party Cookies
KESS may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
Analytics Services
We may use services like Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve our platform.
Payment Processors
Payment services may use cookies to process transactions securely and prevent fraud.
Communication Tools
Email and SMS services may use cookies to track delivery and engagement.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
Browser-Specific Instructions
For detailed cookie management instructions, please visit your browser's help section:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Mobile Devices
For mobile browsers, refer to your device manufacturer's documentation for cookie management options.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. While KESS respects your privacy choices, we currently do not respond to DNT signals as there is no industry standard for how to implement them.
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, KESS may use:
Web Beacons
Small graphic images embedded in emails or web pages to track user activity.
Local Storage
HTML5 local storage to save data on your device for improved performance.
Session Storage
Temporary storage that exists only during your browsing session.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:
- Inability to stay signed in
- Loss of personalized settings
- Reduced functionality
- Need to re-enter information repeatedly
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our practices. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our Contact Page.
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