Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

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

This Cookie Policy explains how Prepzi ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service").

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies.

• Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in to your account
• Security cookies: Protect against fraudulent activity and enhance security
• Session cookies: Remember your preferences during your browsing session

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Service.

• Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and traffic sources
• Performance monitoring: Identifies technical issues and page load times
• Usage statistics: Helps us understand which features are most popular

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or dietary restrictions) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Personalization cookies: Customize content based on your interests
• Language cookies: Remember your language selection

2.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

• Targeting cookies: Track your browsing habits to show relevant ads
• Social media cookies: Enable sharing content on social platforms
• Retargeting cookies: Show you ads for products you've viewed

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our Service. These third parties include:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
• Firebase: For authentication and app functionality
• Payment processors: For secure payment processing (Apple Pay, Google Pay)
• Social media platforms: For social sharing features
• Advertising networks: For targeted advertising

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we have no control over their cookies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.

4. How Long Do Cookies Last?

4.1 Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the Service.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings across multiple sessions.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

• Block all cookies
• Accept only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.3 Mobile Devices

For mobile apps, you can manage tracking preferences through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

5.4 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt-out of certain cookies using these tools:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out Tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out Tool

6. Impact of Blocking Cookies

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly. Specifically:

• You may not be able to stay logged in to your account
• Your preferences and settings may not be saved
• Some personalized features may not work correctly
• You may see less relevant content and advertisements

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Service does not respond to DNT signals, but we are committed to providing you with meaningful choices about the information collected on our Service.

8. Updates 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. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Effective Date."

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@prepzi.com
• Website: prepzi.com

10. Cookie Summary Table