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At MyKiids.com, a project of KLG Group, we are committed to ensuring transparency about the technologies we use and how they impact your experience on our site. This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
By continuing to use MyKiids.com, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Policy. For more information about our practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognize your device, enhance user experience, and serve personalized content. Cookies may also be used to track your interactions with a site, enabling analytics and tailored advertisements.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
MyKiids.com uses several types of cookies, each serving distinct purposes. These include:
A. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionalities such as security, access to your account, and page navigation. Without these cookies, essential features may not function properly.
B. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. For example, Google Analytics may be used to analyze traffic patterns and optimize the site for a better user experience. The data collected does not identify individual users.
C. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow our site to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, or region) to provide a more personalized experience. Disabling these cookies may affect your experience on the site.
D. Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant ads to you based on your interests. These cookies collect information about your online activities to show ads that are more relevant to you and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. This may include cookies from third-party providers such as Google Ads, GetYourGuide, and Kiwi.
E. Affiliate and Partner Cookies
Some links on our site contain affiliate tracking cookies, allowing us to earn commissions if you make a purchase through our partners (e.g., GetYourGuide and Kiwi). These cookies track if you have visited our partner sites through MyKiids.com links.
F. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services on MyKiids.com, including embedded content from other websites (e.g., Google Maps) or social media platforms. These services may set cookies on your device independently. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand their data collection practices.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance User Experience: By remembering your preferences, login details, and settings, cookies allow us to offer a more personalized experience on MyKiids.com.
- Analyze Site Performance: Cookies enable us to track site performance, analyze traffic, and gather insights on how users interact with our Services.
- Provide Targeted Advertisements: Through cookies, we can show relevant ads based on your interests and track the effectiveness of ad campaigns.
- Enable Affiliate Tracking: Cookies allow us to track your interactions with affiliate links, enabling us to earn commissions if you make a purchase through our partners.
4. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You have the following options to manage or disable cookies:
A. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie settings. You can set your browser to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are being set. However, disabling cookies may impact the functionality of MyKiids.com, and certain features may not be available.
B. Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies
Many advertising partners, including Google, provide opt-out options for interest-based ads. You can adjust your ad preferences at Google Ad Settings or visit YourAdChoices to opt out of other interest-based advertising networks.
C. Managing Analytics
To manage cookies used for site analytics, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, which prevents data from being collected by Google Analytics.
D. Consent Banner
When you first visit MyKiids.com, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject cookies according to your preferences. You can modify your settings at any time through our cookie consent tool.
5. Duration of Cookies
Cookies may be either “session” cookies or “persistent” cookies:
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted. Persistent cookies are used for remembering your preferences and login details, among other functions.
The specific expiration period of each cookie varies, depending on its purpose and the provider.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Tracking Technologies
MyKiids.com may include third-party tracking technologies (e.g., pixels, web beacons) that allow our partners to set cookies or collect information. These third-party providers may collect data about your online activities across different sites and over time for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. We do not control the cookies set by third parties, and we encourage you to review their respective cookie policies for more information.
- Google Ads: For more on how Google collects and uses data, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
- Affiliate Links: Some affiliate links set cookies that track visits and purchases. Each affiliate partner, such as GetYourGuide and Kiwi, has its own cookie policies.
7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites you do not want your online activity tracked. Our site may not respond to all DNT signals, as there is no industry-standard technology for DNT. However, you may control cookie tracking through the options provided above.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When changes are made, the updated Policy will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of MyKiids.com after changes to this Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us.
Thank you for visiting MyKiids.com and trusting us with your privacy and data preferences.
