Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Gibrisch Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (www.gibrisch.com) to enhance your browsing experience, understand how you use our website, and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types we use, how we use them, and how you can manage cookie preferences.

This Cookie Policy is supplementary to our Privacy Policy. For information about how we collect and use personal data generally, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

2.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Each time you return to the website, the cookie is sent back to the website's server. Cookies serve various functions including remembering information about you and your preferences.

2.2 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website:

Your browser sends a request to our web server
Our server may send cookies to your device in the response
Your browser stores the cookies in a cookies folder
On subsequent visits, your browser sends the cookies back to our server
We read the cookies to understand your preferences and behavior

2.3 Types of Cookies by Persistence

Session Cookies (Temporary)

Stored only while you're actively browsing our website
Automatically deleted when you close your browser
Used for temporary session management and security
Do not persist after you leave our website

Persistent Cookies (Long-term)

Remain on your device even after you close your browser
Set for specific expiration dates (days, months, or years)
Used to remember your preferences and login information
Remain until expiration or you manually delete them

2.4 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

First-Party Cookies

Set by gibrisch.com directly
Can be read only by our website
Used for site functionality and analytics

Third-Party Cookies

Set by external service providers (Google, social media, etc.)
Can be read by the third-party service that set them
Used for analytics, advertising, and social media integration

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core features like site navigation, security, and page loading. These cookies are required and cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains your session while browsing	Session (closed browser)
csrf_token	Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks	Session
language_preference	Remembers your language selection	1 year
site_authentication	Keeps you logged in if you have an account	Up to 30 days
website_version	Tracks which version of the website you're using	Session
consent_preferences	Remembers your cookie consent choice	1 year
security_token	Protects against unauthorized access	Session

Purpose of Essential Cookies:

Enabling website navigation and core functionality
Loading pages correctly and efficiently
Remembering login information (if you create an account)
Protecting against fraud and security threats
Maintaining your session while browsing
Implementing your cookie preferences
Providing form functionality and submission

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. They collect data about page views, click patterns, and user journeys to help us improve our website and services.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Provider	Duration
_ga	Tracks user ID and identifies sessions	Google Analytics	2 years
_gid	Identifies sessions	Google Analytics	24 hours
_gat	Throttles request rate	Google Analytics	1 minute
gac[property ID]	Contains campaign information	Google Analytics	90 days
hotjar_id	Identifies sessions for heatmaps	Hotjar	365 days
heatmap_data	Records user interactions and heatmaps	Hotjar	Session
segment_id	Audience segmentation	Internal Analytics	1 year
event_tracking	Tracks specific user actions	Internal Analytics	Session

Analytics Data Collected:

Pages visited and time spent on each page
Links clicked and content interactions
Referral sources (how you found us)
Geographic location (country, city, region)
Device type and browser information
Operating system
Screen resolution
Language preferences
User journeys and navigation patterns
Scroll depth and page engagement
Form submissions and conversions
Click patterns and heatmaps

How We Use Analytics:

Identifying popular content and pages
Improving website usability and design
Understanding user behavior and needs
Optimizing website performance
Measuring conversion rates
Creating audience segments
Reporting on website traffic
Improving our event services and offerings

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enhance your user experience by remembering your preferences and choices. They enable personalized features and improve website usability.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
theme_preference	Remembers light/dark mode selection	1 year
font_size	Remembers text size preference	1 year
content_preferences	Tracks content interests for personalization	1 year
notification_settings	Remembers notification preferences	6 months
search_history	Stores recent search queries	30 days
form_data	Remembers information entered in forms	30 days
accessibility_settings	Remembers accessibility preferences	1 year
view_preferences	Remembers layout and display preferences	6 months

Functional Cookie Features:

Remembering your theme preferences
Storing form information for convenience
Maintaining your settings across visits
Personalizing content display
Enabling saved preferences
Improving navigation experience
Providing personalized recommendations

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies track your interactions to deliver relevant advertising and marketing messages. They help us understand your interests and create targeted campaigns.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Provider	Duration
fb_pixel_id	Facebook advertising and retargeting	Meta (Facebook)	Session + 6 months
google_ads_id	Google Ads retargeting	Google Ads	18-24 months
linkedin_tracking	LinkedIn campaign tracking	LinkedIn	3 months
doubleclick_id	Google Display Network tracking	Google	540 days
marketing_token	Internal marketing attribution	Gibrisch	1 year
utm_tracking	Campaign source tracking	Internal	Session
referrer_source	Tracks referral sources	Internal	90 days
interest_category	User interest segmentation	Internal	6 months

Marketing Information Collected:

Which advertisements you've seen
Whether you clicked on ads
Your interactions with our marketing campaigns
Products or services you've shown interest in
Your purchasing history or intent
Demographics and interests
Device and browser information
Location and behavioral data

How We Use Marketing Cookies:

Showing you relevant advertisements
Retargeting ads to users who visited our site
Measuring advertising effectiveness
Creating audience segments for campaigns
Understanding marketing ROI
Personalizing marketing messages
Creating lookalike audiences
Improving marketing campaign performance

3.5 Social Media Cookies

Social media cookies enable sharing of content on social platforms and track social media engagement.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Provider	Duration
share_tracking	Tracks social media shares	Various	Variable
social_auth	Enables social login (optional)	Various	Session
instagram_pixel	Instagram tracking and ads	Meta	6 months
twitter_pixel	Twitter tracking and ads	Twitter	1 year
pinterest_pixel	Pinterest tracking and ads	Pinterest	1 year

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Google Analytics

Provider: Google LLC (www.google.com)

Purpose: Google Analytics helps us understand website traffic, user behavior, and website performance. It collects anonymous data about how visitors interact with our website.

Data Collected:

Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referral sources and entry/exit pages
Geographic location
Browser and device information
User demographics and interests
Conversion tracking

Cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat, gac[property ID]

Opt-Out: Visit Google's Analytics Opt-Out page or install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on

Privacy Policy: www.google.com/policies/privacy/

4.2 Meta (Facebook) Pixel

Provider: Meta Platforms Inc. (www.meta.com)

Purpose: Facebook Pixel tracks website visitors for advertising and audience building purposes.

Data Collected:

Page views and actions
Conversions and purchase behavior
User interactions
Device and browser information

Cookies: fb_pixel_id

Opt-Out: Visit your Facebook Settings > Ads and disable personalized ads

Privacy Policy: www.facebook.com/policies/

4.3 Google Ads / Google Display Network

Provider: Google LLC

Purpose: Google Ads displays targeted advertisements across the web based on your interests and browsing history.

Data Collected:

Browsing history
Interests and intent
Demographic information
Device information

Cookies: google_ads_id, doubleclick_id

Opt-Out: Use Google's Ads Settings to manage preferences or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool

Privacy Policy: www.google.com/policies/privacy/

4.4 LinkedIn

Provider: LinkedIn Corporation (www.linkedin.com)

Purpose: LinkedIn tracks website visitors for professional advertising and audience insights.

Data Collected:

Page visits and engagement
Professional profile information
Conversion tracking
Audience insights

Cookies: linkedin_tracking

Opt-Out: LinkedIn Ad Preferences or cookie settings

Privacy Policy: www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

4.5 YouTube

Provider: Google LLC

Purpose: YouTube cookies track viewing behavior if embedded videos are present.

Cookies: CONSENT, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, YSC

Privacy Policy: www.youtube.com/static?template=privacy_guidelines

4.6 HubSpot / Marketing Automation

Provider: HubSpot Inc.

Purpose: HubSpot tracks form submissions and user interactions for marketing automation.

Data Collected:

Form submissions
Email engagement
Website behavior
Contact information

Privacy Policy: www.hubspot.com/privacy-policy

4.7 Hotjar

Provider: Hotjar Ltd

Purpose: Hotjar creates heatmaps and session recordings to show how users interact with our website.

Data Collected:

Mouse movements and clicks
Scroll patterns
Form interactions
Screen recordings (optional)

Cookies: hotjar_id, heatmap_data

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

Privacy Policy: www.hotjar.com/legal/policies/privacy

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:

Accept All Cookies - Accept all essential, functional, analytics, and marketing cookies
Essential Only - Accept only essential cookies required for website function
Manage Preferences - Select specific cookie categories you wish to allow

Your choice is saved in a consent cookie for 1 year. You can change your preferences anytime.

5.2 Browser Settings

Google Chrome:

Click the menu (three lines) in the top-right corner
Select "Settings"
Click "Privacy and security" in the left menu
Click "Cookies and other site data"
Toggle cookie options as desired
Optionally, create a list of blocked sites

Mozilla Firefox:

Click the menu (three lines) in the top-right corner
Select "Settings"
Click "Privacy & Security" in the left menu
Under "Cookies and Site Data," configure your preferences
Options include blocking all, non-essential, or third-party cookies
Click "Manage Exceptions" to whitelist specific sites

Apple Safari:

Click "Safari" in the menu bar
Select "Preferences" or "Settings"
Click the "Privacy" tab
Under "Cookies and website data," select your preference
Options include always, never, or only from visited websites
Click "Manage Website Data" to see stored data

Microsoft Edge:

Click the menu (three dots) in the top-right corner
Select "Settings"
Click "Privacy, search, and services"
Scroll to "Cookies and other site permissions"
Click "Cookies and data stored"
Select your preference level

5.3 Device-Level Settings

Mobile Devices (iOS/iPadOS):

Open Settings
Navigate to Safari > Privacy
Toggle "Block All Cookies" or use standard settings
Consider enabling Intelligent Tracking Prevention

Mobile Devices (Android):

Open your browser settings
Look for "Privacy" or "Site settings"
Toggle cookie settings to your preference
Clear cookies and site data as needed

5.4 Third-Party Management Tools

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)

Visit www.networkadvertising.org
Use their opt-out tool for advertising cookies
Manage preferences across multiple advertising networks

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

Visit www.aboutads.info
Access AdChoices to manage interest-based advertising
Opt-out of behavioral advertising networks

Your Online Choices

Visit www.youronlinechoices.com (EU/EEA)
Manage cookie preferences for multiple providers
See what companies track you

5.5 Browser Extensions and Plugins

Consider using these tools to manage cookies:

uBlock Origin - Blocks ads and trackers
Privacy Badger - Blocks tracking cookies automatically
Ghostery - Shows what trackers are on each site
Cookie AutoDelete - Automatically deletes cookies when tabs close
Disconnect - Shows and blocks tracking networks

6. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

6.1 DNT Overview

"Do Not Track" is a privacy preference signal that some browsers allow you to enable. When enabled, it sends a signal to websites requesting they don't track your activity.

6.2 Our DNT Policy

We recognize DNT signals sent by your browser
When you enable DNT, we do not set non-essential tracking cookies
We still set essential cookies required for website function
Third-party providers may continue limited tracking despite DNT signals
We do not change functionality based on DNT settings

6.3 Enabling DNT

Chrome: Chrome currently does not have a native DNT option

Firefox:

Open Preferences
Click "Privacy & Security"
Check "Tell websites I do not want to be tracked"

Safari:

Click "Safari" in menu bar
Click "Preferences"
Click "Privacy" tab
Check "Ask websites not to track me"

Edge: Similar to Chrome (limited DNT support)

6.4 Limitations

Do Not Track has limitations:

Not all browsers support DNT
Not all websites honor DNT signals
Third-party providers may not respect DNT
Some essential tracking may continue despite DNT

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

7.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

Changes in our cookie practices
New cookies or tracking technologies
Legal or regulatory requirements
Updates to third-party providers
Changes to browser technology

7.2 Notification Process

When we update this policy, we will:

Post the updated version on our website
Update the "Last Modified" date at the bottom
Notify active clients by email of material changes
Request renewed consent for significant changes

7.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of our website after updates constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

8. Specific Cookie-Related Information

8.1 Cookie Retention

Essential cookies are retained as long as you need them for functionality
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies remain for their specified duration (days, months, years)
You can manually delete cookies through browser settings
We delete cookies for inactive users after specified periods

8.2 Data Shared Via Cookies

Information shared via cookies includes:

Anonymized behavioral data (pages visited, clicks)
Session identifiers
User preferences and settings
Device and browser information
Rough geographic location (country/region level)
Anonymized conversion data

Cookies do not typically contain:

Sensitive personal information (SSN, passwords, credit cards)
Email addresses (unless you provide them)
Full names (unless you provide them)
Detailed location data
Health or financial information

8.3 International Data Transfers

Some cookies may result in data transfers to countries outside the US:

Google Analytics data may be processed in various countries
Third-party providers may transfer data internationally
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place
Data transfers comply with applicable privacy laws
You can opt-out of third-party cookies to limit transfers

8.4 Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13
We do not knowingly place cookies for children under 13
Parents concerned about children's cookie use should enable parental controls
We encourage parents to teach children about online privacy

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Gibrisch Inc. 250 Park Avenue South, Suite 2500 New York, NY 10003 United States

Email: [email protected] Privacy Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 (212) 555-0147 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST

9.1 Cookie Preferences

To update your cookie preferences at any time:

Scroll to the bottom of any page on our website
Click "Cookie Settings" or "Manage Cookies"
Adjust your preferences
Click "Save Preferences"

9.2 Complaints and Rights

If you believe our use of cookies violates your privacy rights:

Contact us at [email protected]
File a complaint with your data protection authority
Review our Privacy Policy for additional rights information

Last Modified: April 2026

Effective Date: April 1, 2026

Version: 1.0

This Cookie Policy is supplementary to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. For comprehensive information about how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.