🍪 Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our platform

Last Updated: December 20, 2024

Effective Date: December 20, 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how Geek Cash Philippines uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our Platform.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Types of Files We Use:

  • Cookies: Small text files stored by your web browser
  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser's local storage
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
  • Web Beacons: Small transparent images used to track email interactions
  • Pixels: Tracking codes used for analytics and advertising

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.

  • Authentication: Remember that you're logged in
  • Security: Protect against fraud and security threats
  • Shopping Cart: Remember items in your comparison lists
  • Session Management: Maintain your session across pages
  • Language Preference: Remember your language settings

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Google Analytics: Track website usage and performance
  • Page Load Times: Monitor website speed and optimization
  • Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
  • User Behavior: Understand how users navigate our platform

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

  • User Preferences: Remember your display settings and preferences
  • Comparison History: Save your recent product comparisons
  • Form Data: Remember information you've entered in forms
  • Accessibility: Remember accessibility settings like font size

2.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests.

  • Facebook Pixel: Track conversions and optimize ads
  • Google Ads: Deliver targeted advertisements
  • Remarketing: Show relevant ads on other websites
  • A/B Testing: Test different versions of our website

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
session_id Maintains user session Session Essential
user_preferences Stores user settings 1 year Functionality
_ga Google Analytics tracking 2 years Performance
_fbp Facebook Pixel tracking 3 months Marketing
comparison_history Saves recent comparisons 30 days Functionality

4. Third-Party Cookies and Services

We use third-party services that may place cookies on your device. These services have their own privacy policies:

4.1 Analytics Services

4.2 Advertising Services

4.3 Social Media Integration

  • Facebook Social Plugins: Login and sharing functionality
  • Twitter Widgets: Embedded tweets and share buttons
  • LinkedIn Insights: Professional network integration

5. Cookie Consent and Preferences

5.1 Managing Your Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

  • Accept All: Allow all types of cookies
  • Reject Non-Essential: Only allow essential cookies
  • Customize Settings: Choose specific cookie categories
  • Learn More: Read this Cookie Policy for details

5.2 Updating Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time:

  • Cookie Settings: Click the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
  • Account Settings: Update preferences in your user account
  • Browser Settings: Manage cookies directly in your browser
  • Email Us: Contact privacy@geekcash.ph for assistance

6. Browser Cookie Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

6.1 Google Chrome

  1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
  2. Go to Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  3. Choose your cookie settings
  4. Manage exceptions for specific sites

6.2 Mozilla Firefox

  1. Click the menu button > Settings
  2. Select Privacy & Security panel
  3. In the Cookies and Site Data section, choose your settings
  4. Click "Manage Data" to see specific websites

6.3 Safari

  1. Go to Safari > Preferences
  2. Click the Privacy tab
  3. Select your cookie preferences
  4. Use "Manage Website Data" for specific sites

6.4 Microsoft Edge

  1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
  2. Click Site permissions in the left sidebar
  3. Click Cookies and site data
  4. Adjust your cookie settings

7. Mobile Devices and Apps

7.1 Mobile Browsers

Cookie management on mobile devices works similarly to desktop browsers. Access your browser's settings to manage cookies.

7.2 Mobile App Tracking

Our mobile app may use similar tracking technologies:

  • Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for analytics
  • Local Storage: App data stored on your device
  • Push Notifications: Alerts and updates (with permission)
  • Location Services: For personalized recommendations (with permission)

7.3 Advertising ID Controls

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If You Disable Cookies:

Essential Cookies (Cannot be disabled)
  • You may not be able to log in or use core features
  • Your session may not persist across pages
  • Security features may not function properly
Performance Cookies
  • We won't be able to improve our website performance
  • Error tracking and bug fixes may be delayed
  • Website optimization will be limited
Functionality Cookies
  • Your preferences won't be remembered
  • You'll need to re-enter information repeatedly
  • Personalization features won't work
Marketing Cookies
  • Ads may be less relevant to your interests
  • You may see more generic advertisements
  • Remarketing campaigns won't reach you

9. Changes to This Cookie 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.

When we make changes:

  • We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • For significant changes, we'll notify you via email or website banner
  • We may ask for renewed consent for new cookie categories
  • Changes become effective on the date specified in the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Questions About Cookies?

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

📧 Privacy Team: privacy@geekcash.ph

🍪 Cookie Support: cookies@geekcash.ph

📞 Phone: +63 917 123 4567

📍 Mailing Address:

Privacy Team
Geek Cash Philippines, Inc.
26th Floor, The Enterprise Center
Ayala Avenue, Makati City, Philippines 1226

We're committed to transparency about our cookie usage and helping you make informed choices.