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Cookies Policy
Effective date: May 15, 2021 — Last updated: June 10, 2024
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies we use on artiakcloud.com, why we use them, how long they last, and how you can manage your preferences. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have adjusted your browser settings to refuse cookies.
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 function correctly, remember user preferences, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or malware. They do not have access to any other files on your device beyond what is explicitly stored in them. A cookie can only be read by the website that originally placed it.
2 Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on artiakcloud.com:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always active — cannot be disabled
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in, adding items to a cart, or setting privacy preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| artiakcloud_session | Maintains your authenticated session and keeps you logged in across page requests. | Session |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Cross-Site Request Forgery protection token. Validates that form submissions originate from our own website. | Session |
| guest_cart_id | Identifies guest shopping carts for unauthenticated visitors, preserving cart contents between visits. | 7 days |
Preference Cookies
Can be disabled via browser settings
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. Disabling them may affect some functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| appearance | Stores your preferred color scheme (light or dark mode) so it persists across sessions. | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
Opt-in — require your consent
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. The data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _pk_id.* | Privacy-preserving analytics: counts unique visits and records browsing patterns without cross-site tracking. | 13 months |
| _pk_ses.* | Tracks the current browsing session for aggregated usage analytics. | 30 minutes |
3 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
All cookies placed by artiakcloud.com are first-party cookies — they are set directly by ArtiakCloud and are only accessible by us. We do not currently use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy before any such cookies are placed.
4 Session vs. Persistent Cookies
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session state while you navigate our platform.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser for the duration specified in the cookie itself (e.g., 7 days, 1 year). They are used to remember your preferences across visits.
5 How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or be notified when a cookie is set. Instructions for major browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari (macOS/iOS): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data.
5.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from logging in and using most features of our platform. Disabling preference cookies means your settings (such as dark mode) will not be remembered between visits. Disabling analytics cookies has no impact on site functionality.
6 Consent
When you first visit artiakcloud.com, a cookie notice informs you of our use of non-essential cookies. By continuing to browse after seeing this notice, or by clicking "Accept", you consent to the placement of analytics cookies. You may withdraw this consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings as described in Section 5.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent as they are essential for the provision of our services.
7 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time, for example to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to revisit this policy periodically.
8 Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: