This Cookie Policy explains how Codoser.com (“Codoser,” “we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, mobile experiences, marketplace, APIs, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”).
It describes what cookies are, how and why we use them, the types of cookies we use, how third parties may use cookies on our Platform, how you can control cookie usage, and the legal obligations governing these technologies.
By continuing to use the Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy, subject to your choices and legal rights.
1. Scope and Applicability
1.1 This Cookie Policy applies to all users of the Platform—visitors, buyers, authors, affiliates, developers, or any other user type.
1.2 It applies to all browsers, devices, and platforms used to access the Codoser services.
1.3 This Policy forms an integral part of the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
1.4 It applies globally and aligns with data protection and ePrivacy laws in multiple jurisdictions.
2. Definitions
2.1 Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to store information used for identification, session management, personalization, or tracking.
2.2 Similar Technologies: Includes web beacons, SDKs, local storage, fingerprinting, tracking pixels, and tags.
2.3 First-party cookies are set directly by Codoser; third-party cookies are set by integrated third-party services.
2.4 Session cookies expire when the browser closes; persistent cookies remain for a set period.
2.5 Consent means an unambiguous, informed, and voluntary indication of user agreement to non-essential cookies.
3. Legal Framework
3.1 This Policy complies with:
4. Purpose of Cookies on Codoser
4.1 To authenticate users and maintain secure sessions.
4.2 To enable transactions, shopping carts, and license verification.
4.3 To personalize user experience (e.g., language, currency).
4.4 To analyze traffic and usage patterns to improve services.
4.5 To detect and prevent fraud or security incidents.
4.6 To deliver targeted advertising and measure marketing effectiveness.
4.7 To track referrals through affiliates and attribute commissions accurately.
4.8 To comply with regulatory consent and logging obligations.
5. Types of Cookies Used
5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies – Required for core functionality like login, checkout, and secure transactions.
5.2 Functional Cookies – Remember user preferences and improve usability.
5.3 Performance & Analytics Cookies – Collect aggregated usage data for improvements.
5.4 Targeting & Advertising Cookies – Deliver relevant ads and measure engagement.
5.5 Security & Fraud Prevention Cookies – Identify suspicious activity and protect accounts.
5.6 Affiliate Tracking Cookies – Attribute referral sales to partners.
6. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
6.1 First-party cookies are set directly by Codoser for internal purposes.
6.2 Third-party cookies come from services like analytics, ads, payment gateways, and embedded tools.
6.3 Third-party providers process data under their privacy policies, but Codoser vets their compliance carefully.
7. Session vs Persistent Cookies
7.1 Session cookies expire automatically after you close the browser.
7.2 Persistent cookies remain for their configured lifetime or until manually deleted.
7.3 Persistent cookies are used for remembering login, preferences, and analytics consent status.
8. Strictly Necessary Cookies
8.1 Enable secure login, account management, cart functionality, and checkout.
8.2 Cannot be disabled without affecting essential features.
8.3 Used under legitimate interest or contractual necessity legal bases.
9. Functional Cookies
9.1 Store non-essential preferences like language, currency, or layout choices.
9.2 Improve user experience by avoiding repeated configurations.
9.3 Usually require user consent where mandated.
10. Performance & Analytics Cookies
10.1 Collect aggregated information about user interactions to help us optimize the Platform.
10.2 Examples include pages visited, time spent, navigation paths, and error logs.
10.3 Data is anonymized or pseudonymized whenever feasible.
11. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
11.1 Used to deliver ads relevant to your interests, often across multiple sites.
11.2 Enable frequency capping, ad reporting, and conversion measurement.
11.3 Require explicit consent in jurisdictions like the EU and UK.
12. Security and Fraud Detection Cookies
12.1 Monitor abnormal patterns like repeated failed logins or suspicious IP activity.
12.2 Prevent automated abuse (e.g., brute force attacks, bot activity).
12.3 May operate without consent where necessary for security.
13. Affiliate and Referral Cookies
13.1 Track clicks from affiliate links to properly attribute commissions.
13.2 Contain unique identifiers but do not store sensitive personal data.
13.3 Blocking these cookies may impact referral program functionality.
14. Legal Bases for Processing Cookies (GDPR)
14.1 Strictly necessary cookies rely on legitimate interests or contractual necessity.
14.2 All other cookie types rely on user consent.
14.3 Consent can be withdrawn at any time without affecting lawful processing prior to withdrawal.
15. Obtaining User Consent
15.1 We use a consent management tool to display banners when required.
15.2 Users can accept, reject, or customize cookie settings during their first visit.
15.3 Consent is recorded for compliance and audit purposes.
16. Withdrawal and Modification of Consent
16.1 Users may change their preferences at any time through the cookie settings panel.
16.2 Withdrawal applies going forward and does not affect prior processing.
17. Managing Cookies in Browsers
17.1 Users can delete or block cookies through browser settings.
17.2 Each browser provides tools to review, block, or clear cookies.
17.3 Blocking essential cookies may break critical functionality.
18. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
18.1 Some browsers offer DNT signals, but there’s no standard response framework.
18.2 Codoser respects privacy preferences but relies on consent tools for legal compliance.
19. Cookie Duration and Expiry
19.1 Session cookies last for the duration of the browsing session.
19.2 Persistent cookies may last from hours to months, depending on purpose.
19.3 Duration aligns with consent validity periods under GDPR or business necessity.
20. Analytics Technologies in Detail
20.1 We use analytics services that collect pseudonymous data.
20.2 This helps identify popular pages, bottlenecks, and errors.
20.3 Data may be shared in aggregate with service providers but not sold.
21. Advertising and Retargeting Technologies
21.1 Advertising networks may place third-party cookies for remarketing.
21.2 Users can opt out via consent banners or industry tools like NAI and EDAA.
21.3 We do not knowingly allow collection of sensitive categories for ad targeting.
22. Social Media Cookies
22.1 Some pages may include social sharing buttons or widgets that set cookies.
22.2 These are operated by third-party social networks and subject to their policies.
22.3 Blocking them may disable social functionality.
23. Affiliate Tracking Details
23.1 Affiliate cookies include anonymized IDs and timestamps.
23.2 Their lifetime is determined by the affiliate program (e.g., 30 or 90 days).
23.3 Users can opt out by rejecting performance/marketing cookies.
24. Third-Party Cookie Providers
24.1 We work with reputable third parties under contractual data protection obligations.
24.2 Examples include analytics platforms, ad networks, and cloud providers.
24.3 Their data practices are governed by their own privacy policies.
25. International Data Transfers
25.1 Some cookie data is processed in countries outside your jurisdiction.
25.2 Safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions are used.
25.3 By consenting to cookies, you acknowledge potential international transfers.
26. Children’s Data and Cookies
26.1 The Platform is not directed at users under 18.
26.2 We do not knowingly use cookies to track minors.
26.3 If such data is found, it will be promptly deleted.
27. Data Retention Practices
27.1 Cookie data is retained according to necessity and legal requirements.
27.2 Non-essential cookie data is periodically purged.
27.3 Retention aligns with consent validity and business need.
28. Data Protection Rights Related to Cookies
28.1 Users have rights under GDPR, CCPA, and similar laws, including:
29. Breach Notification Obligations
29.1 If cookie-related data is compromised, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by law.
29.2 Notifications will describe the nature of the breach and recommended user actions.
30. Non-Discrimination
30.1 Users who reject non-essential cookies will not face discrimination or degraded service beyond what is technically necessary.
30.2 Essential services remain accessible, though some personalization may be unavailable.
31. Technical Safeguards for Cookie Data
31.1 Cookie identifiers and data are stored and transmitted using secure protocols (e.g., HTTPS, TLS).
31.2 We implement secure flags and HTTPOnly attributes on cookies where appropriate to reduce the risk of unauthorized access through scripts or man-in-the-middle attacks.
31.3 Sensitive data is never stored directly in cookies. Instead, cookies may reference secure server-side sessions.
31.4 We conduct periodic technical reviews of cookie implementation to ensure compliance with industry security standards.
32. Organizational Safeguards
32.1 Our staff and authorized contractors receive data protection and security training relevant to cookie data processing.
32.2 Access to cookie data and related logs is limited strictly to personnel who require it for operational, security, or legal compliance purposes.
32.3 Third-party vendors handling cookie data are contractually obligated to follow strict security and privacy measures.
33. Automated Decision-Making and Cookies
33.1 Some cookies may support automated decision-making systems, such as fraud detection or authentication engines.
33.2 These processes do not produce legal or similarly significant effects on users without human oversight.
33.3 Users have the right to request human intervention in decisions involving automated systems based on cookie data.
34. Use of Cookies in Emails and Notifications
34.1 We may use tracking pixels or similar technologies in emails to determine if messages are opened or links clicked.
34.2 This information helps us understand engagement and improve communications.
34.3 Users can disable image loading in their email client to block such tracking.
35. Interaction with Mobile App Tracking Technologies
35.1 For users accessing the Platform via mobile apps, we may use SDKs and device identifiers similar in function to cookies.
35.2 Mobile OS platforms (iOS, Android) provide controls to limit ad tracking and reset identifiers.
35.3 Mobile-specific tracking technologies follow the same principles as cookies under this Policy.
36. Legal Disclosures to Authorities
36.1 We may share cookie-related data with competent authorities, regulators, or law enforcement if required by law or court order.
36.2 Any such disclosures will follow due process and be limited to necessary information only.
36.3 Users may not be notified if disclosure is legally prohibited or could compromise investigations.
37. Third-Party Liability
37.1 Third-party services that set cookies through our Platform are independently responsible for their processing activities.
37.2 We encourage users to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.
37.3 While we select reputable partners, we cannot control their independent legal obligations.
38. Industry Frameworks and Standards
38.1 Our cookie consent and implementation practices follow recognized frameworks, such as:
39. Recordkeeping and Audit Logs
39.1 We maintain records of user cookie consent, modifications, and withdrawals for audit and compliance purposes.
39.2 Logs include consent timestamps, user preferences, and consent versions.
39.3 These logs are retained securely and may be reviewed by regulators if required.
40. Employee and Internal Cookies
40.1 Certain internal administrative cookies may be used exclusively by Codoser staff for platform management, moderation, or debugging.
40.2 These cookies are not used for marketing or analytics and are subject to internal security controls.
41. Data Minimization
41.1 We apply strict data minimization principles when designing cookie usage.
41.2 Only data necessary for the stated purposes is collected or processed.
41.3 Non-essential or redundant cookies are periodically identified and removed.
42. Privacy by Design and by Default
42.1 Our cookie strategy follows “Privacy by Design” principles — privacy considerations are embedded during feature development.
42.2 Cookie settings default to the most privacy-friendly configuration where legally required, such as non-essential cookies being off until consent is obtained.
43. Compliance Monitoring
43.1 We regularly review our cookie practices for legal and regulatory compliance.
43.2 External legal advisors or auditors may be engaged to assess compliance periodically.
43.3 Identified issues are addressed through structured remediation plans.
44. User Education and Transparency
44.1 We aim to provide clear and easily understandable explanations of cookie use through banners, popups, or information pages.
44.2 Complex technologies like fingerprinting or cross-device tracking are described in user-friendly language wherever used.
45. Cross-Device and Cross-Browser Tracking
45.1 Some cookies and associated technologies may link user sessions across multiple browsers or devices to provide a consistent experience (e.g., retaining login across desktop and mobile).
45.2 Users can manage such tracking through their account settings or consent preferences.
46. Profiling Based on Cookie Data
46.1 We may create limited, pseudonymous user profiles based on cookie data to personalize experiences and marketing.
46.2 Such profiling does not involve sensitive data unless explicitly consented.
46.3 Users have the right to object to profiling for marketing purposes.
47. Liability and User Responsibilities
47.1 Users are responsible for managing cookies on their devices according to their privacy preferences.
47.2 Codoser provides necessary tools and disclosures, but user actions (e.g., clearing cookies, blocking third parties) are beyond our control.
47.3 Users should ensure browsers are updated and configured to reflect their preferences accurately.
48. Non-Essential Cookies in Restricted Jurisdictions
48.1 In jurisdictions like the EU, non-essential cookies are disabled by default until explicit consent is provided.
48.2 Users from other jurisdictions may receive different default configurations depending on local law.
49. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
49.1 Disabling essential cookies may prevent login, checkout, or other critical functionality.
49.2 Disabling analytics or marketing cookies will not affect core functionality but may limit personalization.
49.3 We are not liable for service limitations resulting from user-imposed cookie restrictions.
50. Interaction with Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
50.1 This Cookie Policy complements our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
50.2 In case of conflict, this Policy governs cookie-related matters.
50.3 Users are encouraged to review all three documents together for a complete understanding of data practices.
51. Jurisdiction-Specific Addenda
51.1 Users in the EU/EEA are subject to GDPR and ePrivacy Directive rules on consent and tracking.
51.2 UK users are covered under UK GDPR and PECR.
51.3 California residents have CCPA rights, including opt-out of sale mechanisms.
51.4 Indian users are protected under IT Act and related privacy rules.
51.5 If local laws impose stricter obligations, they override general terms.
52. Cookie Policy Accessibility
52.1 This Policy is available in a clear and prominent location on our website.
52.2 We strive to make it accessible to users with disabilities in accordance with accessibility standards.
53. Policy Governance and Ownership
53.1 The Data Protection & Compliance Team at Codoser oversees the implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of this Cookie Policy.
53.2 Questions or complaints regarding cookies should be directed to our official contact channels listed on the website.
54. Grievance Redressal (India-Specific)
54.1 In compliance with the Indian IT Rules 2021, a Grievance Officer is appointed to address complaints relating to cookies or privacy.
54.2 Complaints will be acknowledged and resolved within timelines required by law.
55. Legal Remedies and Enforcement
55.1 Users may seek legal remedies or lodge complaints with data protection authorities if they believe their rights regarding cookie usage have been violated.
55.2 We will cooperate fully with regulators and respond to lawful investigations.
56. Relationship to International Privacy Frameworks
56.1 This Policy aligns with international privacy frameworks and is designed to ensure interoperability across legal systems.
56.2 We continuously monitor legislative developments to maintain compliance.
57. Policy Review Cycle
57.1 This Policy is reviewed at least annually or sooner if required by regulatory changes, new technologies, or business practices.
57.2 Material changes are reflected in the updated Policy version and, where required, communicated through banners or notices.
58. User Acknowledgment
58.1 By continuing to use the Platform after initial consent or after any updates to this Policy, users acknowledge their understanding and acceptance of its terms.
59. Non-Contractual Nature
59.1 This Cookie Policy is not a contract but a legally required disclosure document describing our practices.
59.2 Nothing in this Policy creates enforceable rights beyond those provided by applicable law.
60. Policy Changes and User Responsibility
60.1 We may update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time without prior notice.
60.2 It is the user’s responsibility to review this Policy periodically.
60.3 Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.