Third-Party Cookies Policy

Last Updated: October 24, 2023

At #about, we are committed to transparency regarding the data we collect and how we use it to improve your experience. This Third-Party Cookies Policy explains how and why certain third-party partners may set cookies when you visit our websites, use our web applications, or interact with our digital services.

Note: This policy works alongside our main Privacy Policy. Please review both documents to fully understand our data practices.

By continuing to use our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described herein, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our services.

What Are Third-Party Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. While first-party cookies are set directly by #about to remember your preferences and keep you logged in, third-party cookies are set by external domains that we partner with to provide enhanced functionality, analytics, or advertising.

These cookies may be used by third parties to track your browsing habits across multiple websites, not just ours. We only work with reputable partners who comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional regulations.

How We Use Third-Party Cookies

We integrate third-party services to help us understand how our sites are used, optimize performance, and deliver relevant content. Specifically, we may use them for:

  • Web Analytics: Understanding traffic patterns, page views, and user engagement to improve our digital products.
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracking site speed, error rates, and uptime to ensure reliability.
  • Remarketing & Advertising: Displaying relevant #about or partner advertisements on other platforms based on your previous interactions with us.
  • Social Media Integration: Enabling content sharing buttons and embedded social feeds.
  • Security & Fraud Prevention: Detecting automated bots, malicious traffic, and suspicious account activity.

Our Third-Party Partners

Below is a list of third-party services that may set cookies or similar tracking technologies when you interact with #about platforms:

We periodically review our vendor ecosystem. If we add new partners, we will update this section accordingly.

Your Controls & Rights

You have the right to manage, restrict, or delete third-party cookies at any time. Here's how:

  1. Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our site, you may adjust preferences or reject non-essential cookies via the cookie banner.
  2. Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Visit the settings menu of your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to adjust these preferences.
  3. Opt-Out Links: Many third parties provide opt-out mechanisms:
  4. Data Subject Requests: Under applicable law, you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal data collected by our partners. Contact us at privacy@about.com.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality, personalization, or your ability to access specific features.

Policy Updates

Third-party ecosystems and data protection regulations evolve frequently. We may update this policy to reflect changes in our services, new partnerships, or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated via email or through a prominent notice on our website.

We encourage you to review this page periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this document will indicate when the most recent changes were made.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Third-Party Cookies Policy or our data practices in general, please reach out:

We are committed to responding to all legitimate inquiries within 30 business days, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.