Cookies Policy

Cookies Policy of Ozark Metals

Effective Date: October 15, 2024

At Ozark Metals, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and ensure it functions smoothly. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights to control their usage in accordance with international regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. These files collect and store information about your browsing activities, which can be used to improve your experience, ensure functionality, and analyze usage patterns.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable core features like page navigation, security settings, and access to certain areas of the site. Without these, the website cannot perform optimally.

  • Example: Session management cookies

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymous information such as page views, time spent, and click patterns. This data is used to improve website functionality and user experience.

  • Example: Google Analytics

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and customize the site based on your choices, such as preferred language or region settings.

  • Example: Saving language preferences

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track user behavior across websites to deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

  • Example: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers, such as analytics or advertising partners, to place cookies on your device. These third parties may use the data collected through cookies according to their own privacy policies.

Examples include:

  • Google Analytics: For tracking website performance and visitor behavior.
  • Social Media Plugins: To integrate content and share options from platforms like Facebook or LinkedIn.

4. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly and delivers a seamless experience.
  • Analyze website performance and improve user experience.
  • Store your preferences and customize the site.
  • Provide personalized content and relevant advertisements.
  • Comply with security requirements and detect suspicious activity.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We process data collected via cookies based on:

  • Your Consent: For non-essential cookies (e.g., marketing and analytics cookies).
  • Legitimate Interest: For cookies required to ensure website functionality and security.

In accordance with GDPR, we seek explicit consent before using non-essential cookies. Visitors from jurisdictions covered by the CCPA may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data for targeted advertising.

6. How to Manage or Disable Cookies

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner requesting your consent to use cookies. You can accept all cookies or adjust your preferences to allow only certain categories.

6.2 Browser Settings

You can control and disable cookies through your browser settings. Below are links to manage cookies for popular browsers:

6.3 Opt-Out Mechanisms

7. Retention Period

Cookies will be stored on your device for varying durations:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until manually deleted or they expire.

We periodically review the cookies we use to ensure they comply with international standards and remain relevant for our business needs.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Withdraw Consent: You can change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner or browser settings.
  • Access Data: Request access to data collected via cookies and how it is processed.
  • Opt-Out of Sale (CCPA): Prevent your data from being used for targeted advertising.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@ozarkmetals.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any significant updates will be communicated through the website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Ozark Metals
Business Address: Istanbul, Yakuplu, 204. Sk. No:13
Website: ozarkmetals.com
Email: contact@ozarkmetals.com