What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and enhance your user experience. Cookies are commonly used by virtually all websites to make them work more efficiently.
Why We Use Cookies
PortfolioX Network uses cookies for several important purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in securely
- Preferences: To remember your settings and choices
- Performance: To analyze how users interact with the Platform
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud
- Functionality: To enable core features of the Platform
- Analytics: To understand user behavior and improve services
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Maintain your login and session security | Until you close your browser |
| Persistent Cookies | Remember preferences between visits | Up to 2 years |
| Analytics Cookies | Track usage patterns and platform performance | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing Cookies | Personalize content and ads (if applicable) | Up to 1 year |
| Security Cookies | Detect and prevent fraudulent activities | Session duration |
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by PortfolioX Network and include essential functionality, user preferences, and analytics data. First-party cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party service providers who may set cookies on our Platform for:
- Analytics and user behavior tracking (Google Analytics)
- Content delivery and optimization
- Security and fraud prevention
- Customer support and chat functionality
Third-party service providers are contractually obligated to use cookies only for the specific purposes outlined and not for their independent marketing.
Cookie Consent and Preferences
When you first visit PortfolioX Network, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies for optimal functionality
- Essential Only: Use only essential cookies required for the Platform to function
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can:
- View detailed cookie information
- Block specific cookies or all cookies
- Delete cookies from your device
- Set preferences for different websites
Visit your browser's help documentation for specific instructions (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc.).
Opt-Out Options
For analytics and marketing cookies, you can opt-out through:
- Your account settings on PortfolioX Network
- The "Do Not Track" browser feature
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. When enabled, PortfolioX Network respects your privacy preference by minimizing non-essential tracking. However, essential cookies required for security and functionality will still be used.
Data Retention
Cookie data is retained according to the duration specified in our table above. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. You can manually delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights regarding cookies and personal information collection. Under CCPA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
For more information, see our Privacy Policy.
European Union (GDPR) Compliance
PortfolioX Network complies with GDPR requirements for cookie usage and data processing. We obtain explicit consent before deploying non-essential cookies and provide transparent information about our practices.
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. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Platform. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy, please contact us at [email protected].