Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025Welcome to DirConnect Directory. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website (dirconnect.com), mobile applications, or related services (collectively, the "Platform").
By continuing to use our Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings to decline cookies before proceeding. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit your access to specific features.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, improve user experience, and provide analytics to site owners. They do not typically contain personally identifiable information.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
DirConnect Directory uses cookies to:
- Ensure our Platform functions securely and reliably.
- Remember your login sessions, language preferences, and directory filters.
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns to improve our directory listings and user interface.
- Deliver relevant content and advertising.
- Prevent fraud and detect technical issues.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to operate. They enable core features such as security, network management, and user authentication. Disabling them may break functionality.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors use our Platform, such as pages visited, time spent, and error rates. We use this data to optimize the directory search experience and server performance.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember choices you make (like saved searches, location preferences, or business bookmarks) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to show you relevant ads across the web. They track your browsing habits to build a profile of your interests. We do not sell your personal data to advertisers.
4. Third-Party Cookies & Services
We partner with trusted third-party providers to deliver specific functionalities. These providers may set their own cookies, which are subject to their own privacy and cookie policies:
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and performance reporting.
- Cloudflare: Security, CDN delivery, and DDoS mitigation.
- Google Ads / AdSense: Relevant advertising and conversion tracking.
- Stripe / PayPal: Secure payment processing for premium directory listings.
- Customer Support Widgets: Live chat and ticket tracking for directory vendors.
We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for detailed information on their data practices.
5. How to Manage or Delete Cookies
You have full control over your cookie preferences. You can:
- Use our Cookie Banner: When you first visit our Platform, you can accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies via the consent banner.
- Change Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Instructions are available below:
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the DirConnect Directory Platform, such as saving listings or staying logged in.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business operations. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies or this policy, please contact our Data Protection team:
DirConnect Directory
Email: privacy@dirconnect.com
Address: 100 Innovation Drive, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Phone: +1 (512) 555-0198