GigCreatives — Cookie Policy

Effective Date: [March 6th 2025]
Last Updated: [January 1st, 2026]

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Gigcreatives (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.gigcreatives.com (the “Site”).

We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and providing you with meaningful choices about how your data is collected and used.

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully. By using our Site and accepting cookies through our consent banner, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

1. What Are Cookies?

1.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide information to website owners.

1.2 How Cookies Work

1. You visit our Site
2. Our server sends cookie data to your browser
3. Your browser stores the cookie on your device
4. When you return, the cookie is sent back to our server
5. This allows the Site to recognize you and remember information

1.3 Cookie Attributes

2. Types of Cookies

2.1 By Duration

2.2 By Origin

2.3 By Purpose

3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They cannot be disabled without significantly impacting your ability to use the Site.

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (Site functionality)

You cannot opt out of strictly necessary cookies as they are essential for the Site to work.

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Legal Basis: Consent

Google Analytics

Data Collected:

• Pages visited and time on pages
• Referral source (how you found us)
• Device and browser type
• Geographic location (country/city level)
• User interactions (clicks, scrolls)

Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Hotjar (If Used)

Data Collected:

• Heatmaps (where users click)
• Session recordings (anonymized)
• User feedback
• Form analytics

Hotjar Opt-Out: https://www.hotjar.com/legal/compliance/opt-out

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Legal Basis: Consent

3.4 Targeting & Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

Legal Basis: Consent

Meta/Facebook

Data Collected:

• Pages visited on our Site
• Actions taken (form submissions, purchases)
• Device and browser info
• Demographics (from Facebook)

Facebook Opt-Out: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences

Google Ads

Google Ads Opt-Out: https://adssettings.google.com

LinkedIn

LinkedIn Opt-Out: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out

TikTok

TikTok Opt-Out: TikTok App → Settings → Privacy → Personalized Ads

Twitter/X

Twitter Opt-Out: https://twitter.com/settings/account/personalization

3.5 Social Media Cookies

When you interact with social sharing buttons or embedded content:

4. Other Tracking Technologies

4.1 Pixel Tags / Web Beacons

Small transparent images (1×1 pixels) embedded in web pages or emails:

Pixels We Use:

• Meta/Facebook Pixel
• Google Ads Conversion Pixel
• LinkedIn Insight Tag
• TikTok Pixel
• Email tracking pixels (in marketing emails)

4.2 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally:

Local storage data remains until you clear your browser data.

4.3 Session Storage

Similar to local storage but cleared when you close the browser tab:

4.4 IndexedDB

A more powerful local database for web applications:

4.5 Device Fingerprinting

We may collect device characteristics for security and fraud prevention:

Note: We minimize fingerprinting and use it primarily for security purposes.

4.6 ETags

Server-generated identifiers for caching that may be used for tracking:

5. Why We Use Cookies

5.1 Purposes Summary

5.2 Detailed Purposes

Essential Functionality

• Enable navigation and access to secure areas
• Process form submissions
• Enable shopping cart and checkout
• Prevent cross-site request forgery
• Load balance across servers

Security & Fraud Prevention

• Detect malicious activity
• Prevent unauthorized access
• Verify payment transactions
• Protect against DDoS attacks
• Identify and block bots

User Experience

• Remember your preferences (language, currency)
• Maintain your session
• Enable live chat functionality
• Save form progress
• Personalize content

Analytics & Performance

• Count visitors and page views
• Understand traffic sources
• Identify popular content
• Measure page load times
• Track error rates

Advertising & Marketing

• Deliver targeted advertisements
• Retarget visitors who left without converting
• Measure ad campaign effectiveness
• Track conversions (form submissions, purchases)
• Build audience segments

6. Cookie Consent

6.1 Our Consent Approach

We follow a consent-based approach that complies with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations:

1. No Cookies Before Consent: Non-essential cookies are NOT loaded until you consent
2. Granular Choice: You can accept/reject cookie categories individually
3. Easy Withdrawal: You can change preferences at any time
4. Documented Consent: We record your consent for compliance

6.2 Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner with options to:

• Accept All: Enable all cookie categories
• Reject All / Essential Only: Only allow strictly necessary cookies
• Manage Preferences: Choose which categories to enable

6.3 What Each Choice Means

6.4 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

1. Clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer
2. Adjusting your preferences in the consent manager
3. Clearing your cookies (resets consent)

6.5 Consent Record

We maintain records of your consent including:

• Date and time of consent
• Version of cookie policy consented to
• Categories consented to
• Method of consent (banner, settings)

7. Managing Cookies

7.1 Through Our Site

Cookie Settings:

• Click “Cookie Settings” in the footer
• Toggle each category on/off
• Save your preferences

Reset Preferences:

• Clear cookies for gigcreatives.com
• Refresh the page
• Make new choices on the consent banner

7.2 Through Your Browser

Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through settings:

Google Chrome

1. Click the three-dot menu → Settings
2. Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
3. Choose your preference:
   • Allow all cookies
   • Block third-party cookies
   • Block all cookies
4. You can also clear cookies and see all cookies stored

Direct Link: chrome://settings/cookies

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the hamburger menu → Settings
2. Privacy & Security
3. Under “Cookies and Site Data”:
   • Manage cookies
   • Block or allow specific sites
4. Choose tracking protection level

Direct Link: about:preferences#privacy

Safari (Mac)

1. Safari menu → Preferences
2. Privacy tab
3. Choose cookie settings:
   • Prevent cross-site tracking
   • Block all cookies
4. Manage Website Data to clear cookies

Safari (iOS)

1. Settings → Safari
2. Privacy & Security section
3. Toggle “Prevent Cross-Site Tracking”
4. Block All Cookies option

Microsoft Edge

1. Click three-dot menu → Settings
2. Cookies and site permissions
3. Manage and delete cookies and site data
4. Choose blocking level

Direct Link: edge://settings/cookies

Opera

1. Click Opera menu → Settings
2. Privacy & Security
3. Cookies section
4. Choose preferences

7.3 Browser-Level Controls

Warning: Blocking all cookies will affect Site functionality, including:

• You won’t stay logged in
• Your preferences won’t be saved
• Shopping cart may not work
• Forms may not function properly

7.4 Mobile Device Controls

iOS

1. Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
2. Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track

Android (Chrome)

1. Chrome → Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
2. Choose your preference

7.5 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

7.6 Do Not Track (DNT)

Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals. Use the controls above for effective tracking management.

8. Cookie Lifespan

8.1 Session Cookies

Deleted automatically when you close your browser:

8.2 Persistent Cookies

Remain until expiration or manual deletion:

8.3 Cookie Expiration Table

9. Impact of Cookie Choices

9.1 If You Accept All Cookies

9.2 If You Reject Non-Essential Cookies

9.3 If You Block All Cookies

10. Third-Party Cookie Policies

10.1 Our Third-Party Partners

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of our third-party partners:

10.2 Our Responsibility

While we work with reputable third parties:

• We cannot control their cookies after they leave our Site
• Their cookies are subject to their policies
• Changes to their policies may occur without our knowledge
• You should review their policies directly

11. Cookie Policy for Different Regions

11.1 European Economic Area (EEA) & UK

GDPR & UK GDPR Compliance:

• We obtain explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
• You can reject all non-essential cookies
• You can withdraw consent at any time
• We provide granular control over cookie categories
• Consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous

ePrivacy Directive Compliance:

• Prior consent for non-essential cookies
• Clear information about cookies used
• Valid consent mechanisms

11.2 California (CCPA/CPRA)

Your Rights:

• Right to know what cookies collect your information
• Right to opt-out of “sale” or “sharing” of personal information
• Advertising cookies may constitute “sharing” under CCPA
• Use our Cookie Settings or “Do Not Sell or Share” link to opt out

11.3 Nigeria (NDPR)

NDPR Compliance:

• Transparency about cookie use
• User control over non-essential cookies
• Data minimization principles applied

11.4 Other Jurisdictions

We aim to provide cookie controls that meet or exceed the requirements of major privacy regulations worldwide.

12. Children and Cookies

12.1 Our Policy

Our Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly:

• Collect data from children through cookies
• Target advertising to children
• Set cookies based on children’s data

12.2 Parental Controls

If you are a parent/guardian concerned about cookies:

• Use browser parental controls
• Configure cookie settings on shared devices
• Use kid-friendly browsers with privacy features

13. Cookie Security

13.1 How We Secure Cookies

13.2 Risks of Cookies

While cookies are generally safe:

• Tracking cookies can build profiles of your activity
• Stolen session cookies could allow unauthorized access
• Third-party cookies enable cross-site tracking
• Cookies can persist after you expect them gone

13.3 Protecting Yourself

14. Updates to This Cookie Policy

14.1 Our Right to Update

We may update this Cookie Policy to:

• Reflect new cookies we use
• Address new legal requirements
• Remove cookies no longer in use
• Improve clarity and accuracy
• Respond to changes by third parties

14.2 Notification of Changes

When we update this Cookie Policy:

• The “Last Updated” date will be revised
• Material changes may reset your consent
• We may notify you of significant changes
• Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance

14.3 Review Recommendation

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically, especially if you visit our Site regularly.

15. Contact Us About Cookies

15.1 Questions or Concerns

If you have questions about our use of cookies:

GigCreatives

15.2 Cookie-Related Requests

16. Glossary