1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Bottler ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and services. This policy provides you with information about how we use these technologies, what they are for, and how you can control them.
By using our website and services, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies.
Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser until they expire or you delete them. Session cookies are deleted from your device once you close your browser.
3. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, such as:
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included on our website and services
- Local Storage: Technologies like HTML5 localStorage and IndexedDB that provide similar functionality to cookies but can store larger amounts of data
- Device Fingerprinting: Collection and analysis of information from your device, such as browser type, operating system, and language
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies and similar technologies:
4.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and maintaining user sessions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bottler_session | Maintains user session | Session |
| bottler_auth | Authentication token | 30 days |
| bottler_csrf | CSRF protection | Session |
4.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most often and if they receive error messages. These cookies don't collect information that identifies a visitor.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bottler_preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| bottler_language | Stores language preference | 1 year |
4.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - Tracks conversions | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense - Tracks conversions | 3 months |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites.
We do not control these third parties or their use of cookies. Please refer to the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about how they use cookies.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please keep in mind that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and parts of our website may no longer be fully accessible.
6.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse to accept cookies and to delete cookies. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser, and from version to version. You can obtain up-to-date information about blocking and deleting cookies via these links:
6.2 Cookie Consent Tool
We provide a cookie consent tool when you first visit our website, allowing you to accept or decline different categories of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
6.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of third-party cookies used for advertising purposes through the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out tool or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out tool.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@bottler.cloud
Address: 123 AI Avenue, London, UK, EC1A 1AA