Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how FundingAlphaX (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and supply information to website owners.

Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser). Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (“first-party cookies”) or by third-party services operating on the website (“third-party cookies”).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, security, and session management. Without these cookies, our Services cannot function properly.

• Authentication cookies: Maintain your logged-in session and verify your identity across page visits. These are set by our authentication system (NextAuth with Google OAuth).
• Security cookies: Help detect and prevent fraudulent activity, unauthorized access, and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
• Session cookies: Store temporary information needed during your browsing session, such as form inputs and navigation state.

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and any errors encountered. The data is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be used to identify individual visitors.

• Pages visited and navigation patterns
• Time spent on individual pages and total session duration
• Referring source (how you arrived at our site)
• Browser type, device type, and screen resolution
• Error and performance metrics

2.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies allow our platform to remember choices you have made in the past, such as your preferred language, timezone, theme settings, and display preferences. They enhance your experience by personalizing the platform to your preferences.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use certain third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies.

3.1 Authentication (NextAuth / Google OAuth)

Our authentication system sets cookies necessary for user authentication, session management, and security. These cookies are essential for the secure operation of our platform and cannot be disabled without losing access to your account.

3.2 Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics providers to help us analyze website traffic and user behavior. These services may use their own cookies to collect anonymized usage data. We configure these services to minimize data collection and respect user privacy.

4. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than essential cookies, which are required for the platform to function). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

4.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie management options in your browser's “Settings,” “Preferences,” or “Privacy” section. Common actions include:

• Blocking all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Deleting existing cookies from your device
• Setting your browser to notify you before a cookie is placed
• Browsing in “private” or “incognito” mode

Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of our platform. In particular, disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in or using core features.

4.2 Opt-Out Links

For third-party analytics cookies, you may be able to opt out using the respective provider's opt-out mechanism. Links to these mechanisms will be provided where applicable.

5. Consent

When you first visit our website, we display a cookie banner informing you of our use of cookies. By continuing to use our website after seeing this notice, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

Essential cookies do not require consent as they are strictly necessary for the platform to function. For all other cookie categories, you may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected].