This Cookie Policy explains how WinkBook Technologies Inc. (“WinkBook,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our app or website. By using WinkBook, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy and our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you browse an app or website. They help us recognize your device, remember preferences, and improve your user experience.
We may also use similar technologies like pixels, web beacons, SDKs, and local storage to collect and store data.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and tracking technologies for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description |
|---|---|
| Authentication | To keep you logged in and recognize you across sessions |
| Preferences | To remember language settings and other customizations |
| Analytics | To understand how users interact with WinkBook (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel) |
| Security | To prevent fraud, spam, and unauthorized access |
| Advertising | To deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance in compliance with Google’s advertising policies |
| Social Features | To enable sharing and integration with third-party platforms (e.g., Facebook, Apple, Google Sign-In) |
3. Types of Cookies We Use
🔹 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of the app. Without them, features like logging in or navigating between pages won’t work properly.
🔹 Performance & Analytics Cookies
Used to analyze usage patterns, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance. These cookies do not identify users directly.
🔹 Functionality Cookies
Help personalize your experience by remembering your settings, location preferences, and app behavior.
🔹 Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies help deliver relevant ads based on your interactions with WinkBook or other platforms. They also limit how often you see an ad and help measure ad effectiveness.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties we work with, such as:
- Google (for analytics & ads)
- Meta/Facebook (for sign-in and ad attribution)
- Firebase & Appsflyer (for engagement tracking and attribution)
- Cloudflare (for security and performance)
These providers may use cookies according to their own privacy policies.
5. Your Choices
You can control or delete cookies through your device or browser settings. Depending on your location and device, you may also:
- Opt out of targeted advertising via device settings
- Decline or manage cookies through our Cookie Consent Banner (where applicable)
- Use “Do Not Track” features, though we may not always respond to them
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the app.
6. Regional Compliance
We respect global privacy laws regarding cookies:
- CCPA (California): You can opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data by adjusting settings in the app or emailing us at [email protected]
- PIPEDA (Canada): We obtain meaningful consent for the use of cookies and provide transparency regarding third-party data sharing
- GDPR (EU/UK): We use cookies based on legitimate interest or user consent, and you have the right to withdraw consent at any time
- Australia (Privacy Act 1988 & APPs): We notify users of the use of cookies and their purpose, and ensure data is handled securely
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or technology. Material changes will be communicated via the app or website.
8. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about how we use cookies, please reach out to:
📧 [email protected]
📍 WinkBook Technologies Inc.