Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 2024
At EmojiCollection.com (hereinafter, “the Site”), we use cookies to optimize your browsing experience and the overall operation of the Site. This policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage them in accordance with applicable regulations (for example, the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR in the EU, and other provisions in different jurisdictions).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that your browser stores on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. These files allow the Site to remember your preferences and collect information about how you interact with its content.
There are several types of cookies:
Session Cookies
Automatically deleted when you close your browser.Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period of time and help recognize returning users.Third-Party Cookies
Placed by external services integrated into the Site, such as Google Tag Manager, Ahrefs, or CookieYes.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
Essential Functionality
Some cookies are indispensable for the basic operation of the Site (for example, properly loading content or remembering certain settings).Analysis and Statistics
We use tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and Ahrefs to collect (generally anonymous) data about user navigation. This helps us understand user behavior on the Site (most visited pages, session duration, etc.) and improve the overall experience.Cookie Consent Management
Through CookieYes, we display a banner or dialog box so that users can choose which cookies they wish to accept or reject, in compliance with data protection regulations.User Preferences
Certain cookies remember your choices (such as language or region) to offer you a more personalized experience in future visits.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These allow the Site to perform basic functions, such as properly rendering content and responding to requests. Without these cookies, certain parts of the Site might not function correctly.
3.2 Performance Cookies
These collect anonymous information about how users interact with the Site (e.g., errors or load times). This helps us identify issues and improve usability.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These remember specific settings or preferences (e.g., language) to personalize your experience.
3.4 Third-Party Cookies
- Google Tag Manager: Enables us to manage tags and scripts on the Site, which can include setting up other analytics or measurement cookies.
- Ahrefs: A SEO analysis tool that may place cookies to evaluate user navigation and the performance of our pages in search engines.
- CookieYes: A cookie consent platform that logs and remembers the choices you make about cookies.
These cookies assist in gathering statistical data and ensuring compliance with cookie consent requirements, among other functions. They are not used to personally identify you.
4. Legal Compliance (GDPR, ePrivacy, and Other Regulations)
In the European Union, the use of cookies is regulated by the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and the ePrivacy Directive, requiring user consent before installing cookies that are not strictly necessary. Other regions, such as California (CCPA) or Brazil (LGPD), follow similar principles regarding user control over personal information.
Since most of our cookies are used for statistical, functional, or consent-management purposes, your primary action is to accept or reject those cookies based on your preferences.
5. How Can You Manage Cookies?
5.1 Browser Settings
You can manage, block, or delete cookies in your browser settings. Below are links to instructions for the most popular browsers:
Keep in mind that disabling cookies may affect some of the Site’s functionalities.
5.2 Disabling Google Analytics
If you do not want Google Analytics to collect data about your visit, you can install the opt-out browser add-on.
5.3 Consent Banner Selection (CookieYes)
If the Site displays a consent banner or popup, you can adjust your cookie preferences there (allow only essential cookies, reject analytics, etc.). These choices will be saved for your next visits, unless you delete cookies or change your browser/device.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our cookie use or to comply with legal requirements. We will post the revised version on the Site, indicating the date of the latest update. We recommend reviewing it periodically to stay informed of any changes.
7. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we manage cookies on EmojiCollection.com, please email us at:
- Email: [email protected]
This policy describes our cookie practices as of the date indicated. Should we implement new tools or services, we will update this document to reflect those changes.