Cookies Policy for Tech A Seat

Last Updated: February 25, 2025

Welcome to Tech A Seat (“we,” “us,” “our”), accessible at www.techaseat.com. This Cookies Policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Website.

By continuing to browse and use this Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you can disable cookies in your browser settings (details provided below).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. These files help websites recognize users, remember preferences, and improve user experience.

Cookies can be classified as:

Session Cookies – Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies – Stored on your device until deleted or after a set expiration date.
First-Party Cookies – Set by the website you visit (Tech A Seat in this case).
Third-Party Cookies – Set by external services (e.g., analytics providers, advertisers, affiliate networks).

2. How We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:
✅ Ensure Website functionality and performance.

✅ Store user preferences (e.g., dark mode, language settings).

✅ Track affiliate sales and commissions.

✅ Improve website analytics and optimize content.

✅ Deliver personalized ads and marketing campaigns.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for basic Website functionality. Without them, the Website may not work properly.

🔹 Examples:

Session management (e.g., logging in, remembering form submissions).
Security features (e.g., fraud prevention, authentication).
Cookie consent storage (so we remember your preferences).

🚫 Cannot be disabled (but you can block them in browser settings, which may break site functionality).

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect anonymous data on how visitors interact with our Website. They help us analyze traffic and improve content.

🔹 Examples:

Google Analytics – Tracks visitor behavior, bounce rates, and session durations.
Hotjar or Similar Tools – Heatmaps and session recordings to understand how users navigate.
Affiliate Tracking – Helps us track conversions when you use affiliate links.

🔹 How it affects you:

We do not store personal data in analytics cookies.
Data is aggregated and used only for improving the Website.

✅ You can opt out using Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool here.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings.

🔹 Examples:

Remembering your dark mode/light mode preference.
Auto-filling your name and email in comment sections.
Saving your preferred language settings.

✅ You can disable these cookies, but some preferences may not be saved for future visits.

3.4 Advertising & Affiliate Cookies

These cookies allow us to:

Track affiliate commissions from Impact.com, PartnerStack, Rakuten Advertising, and other affiliate networks.
Deliver personalized ads based on your interests.
Prevent ad fraud by verifying genuine clicks.

🔹 Affiliate Tracking:
When you click an affiliate link, a cookie is stored on your browser to track referrals and ensure we get credited for the sale. These cookies usually last 7 to 90 days, depending on the affiliate program.

🔹 Ad Targeting:
We may work with Google Ads, Facebook Ads, or other ad platforms, which may place cookies to show you relevant ads based on browsing behavior.

✅ You can opt out of personalized advertising via the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services include:

Google Analytics – Tracks visitor interactions on our site.
Affiliate Networks (Impact.com, PartnerStack, Rakuten Advertising) – Tracks referrals and sales.
Email Marketing Platforms (Mailchimp, ConvertKit) – Manages newsletter subscriptions.
Social Media Plugins (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) – Allows content sharing.

🔹 What this means for you:

These third-party cookies are not controlled by us.
You should review their privacy and cookies policies before interacting with their services.

✅ You can manage third-party cookie settings via your browser settings or third-party opt-out tools.

5. How To Manage and Delete Cookies

You have full control over cookies stored on your device.

5.1 Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings:

Google Chrome – Manage cookies
Mozilla Firefox – Manage cookies
Safari – Manage cookies
Microsoft Edge – Manage cookies

5.2 Opting Out of Tracking Cookies

If you don’t want to be tracked by analytics or advertising cookies, you can:
✅ Use private browsing mode (Incognito Mode).
✅ Install ad-blocking extensions (e.g., uBlock Origin, Privacy Badger).
✅ Disable tracking via the Do Not Track (DNT) browser setting.
✅ Opt out of Google Ads personalization here.

🚫 Note: Blocking cookies may break some features of our Website.

6. Changes to this Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect:

Changes in privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Updates to our affiliate and advertising partnerships.
Changes in our use of cookies and tracking technologies.

📢 If changes are made, we will:

Post an updated policy on this page.
Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.
Notify users (if necessary) via pop-up banners or emails.

Your continued use of Tech A Seat after changes means you accept the updated Cookies Policy.

7. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Cookies Policy, contact us at:

📧 Email: hey@techaseat.com
🌐 Website: www.techaseat.com