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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 2025 | Version: 1.1

1What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) 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.

2How We Use Cookies

Steppica AI uses cookies to:

• Ensure our website functions properly
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content (with your consent)

3Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration	Consent Required
Essential	Required for basic website functionality, security, and navigation	Session / 1 year	No (necessary for service)
Analytics	Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve performance	26 months	Yes
Marketing	Used to deliver personalized content and relevant advertisements	90 days - 2 years	Yes

4Detailed Cookie Information

4.1 Essential Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Provider
cookieConsent	Stores your cookie preferences	1 year	Steppica AI
session_id	Maintains your session while using our services	Session	Steppica AI
csrf_token	Security protection against cross-site request forgery	Session	Steppica AI

4.2 Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Provider
_ga	Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics
_ga_*	Used by Google Analytics to persist session state	2 years	Google Analytics
_gid	Distinguishes users for Google Analytics	24 hours	Google Analytics

4.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Provider
_fbp	Facebook Pixel for tracking conversions and remarketing	90 days	Meta/Facebook
linkedin_oauth	LinkedIn integration and professional targeting	30 days	LinkedIn

5Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party providers who may set their own cookies:

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
• Formspree: Contact form processing and management
• AWS CloudFront: Content delivery and performance optimization
• Meta Pixel: Social media integration and advertising (with consent)

6Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept All: Consent to all cookie types
• Essential Only: Use only necessary cookies
• Learn More: Read this detailed policy

6.2 Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

6.3 Opt-Out Links

• Google Analytics: Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Facebook: Ad Preferences
• LinkedIn: Ad Preferences

7Impact of Disabling Cookies

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

• Your preferences won't be remembered
• Some interactive features may be limited
• We can't provide personalized experiences
• Analytics data won't be collected (which helps us improve)

8Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Know what cookies we use and why
• Consent to or refuse non-essential cookies
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Access data collected through cookies
• Request deletion of cookie data
• Lodge a complaint with data protection authorities

9Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie usage
• New legal requirements
• Technology improvements
• User feedback and best practices

We'll notify you of significant changes through our website or email.

11Related Policies

• Privacy Policy - How we handle your personal data
• Terms of Service - Rules for using our services

This Cookie Policy is designed to provide transparency about our cookie practices while complying with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and other applicable laws.