Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy Last Updated: [Date] This Cookie Policy explains how Metafonics AI Technologies ("Metafonics", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and other similar tracking technologies (such as pixels and web beacons) on our website https://metafonics.com. Metafonics AI Technologies is a US company located at 1750 Rogers Ave, San Jose, CA 95112, USA. Our parent entity is Metafonics Yapay Zeka Teknolojileri A.Ş. We use these technologies to provide the best possible user experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other devices by your web browser. Even if cookies are pseudonymous and do not directly identify you, they are considered "personal information" under various privacy laws when they can be combined with other information to reasonably identify you or your household. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides more detailed information about how we process your personal information. We collect and process your personal information in compliance with applicable laws, including the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the CAN-SPAM Act, and state-specific laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA) and the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA). We are committed to processing your data transparently and take all necessary security measures to ensure its protection. 1. Types of Cookies by Duration (i) Session Cookies These are temporary cookies that are used to ensure the continuity of your session. They are deleted from your device when you close your web browser. (ii) Persistent Cookies These cookies are not deleted when you close your browser and remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They enable us to recognize you on subsequent visits. Because they can be used to track a user's web browsing habits over a long period, they are sometimes called "tracking cookies." They can also be used to remember your login details so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit. 2. Types of Cookies by Source (i) First-Party Cookies These are cookies placed directly by our website (the domain shown in your browser's address bar). (ii) Third-Party Cookies These are cookies placed by a domain other than the one you are visiting. These are set by our partners, such as analytics providers or advertising networks. 3. Types of Cookies by Purpose (i) Strictly Necessary Cookies These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and to provide services you have requested, such as logging in, filling out forms, or remembering your privacy preferences. They are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. The use of these cookies is based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website. (ii) Functional Cookies These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be used to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide a more personal experience. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly. We will only use these cookies with your consent. (iii) Performance and Analytics Cookies These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular, understand how visitors move around the site, estimate unique user numbers, and identify effective search engine keywords. This helps us optimize our website, services, and offers. They may be set by us or by third-party providers. We will only use these cookies with your consent. (iv) Advertising and Targeting Cookies These cookies are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. This may constitute "sharing" or "selling" of personal information under the CCPA/CPRA. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. We will only use these cookies with your consent. Information on specific cookies used, their providers, and duration can be found in our Cookie Preference Center. Categories of Personal Information Collected and Purposes of Use Through cookies, we may collect information about your online activity, such as your IP address, browser type, website log-in and log-out information, and browsing history ("Internet or other electronic network activity information"). We use this information for the following business and commercial purposes: - Operating and securing our website. - Conducting marketing and sales analysis. - Executing advertising, campaign, and promotional activities. - Personalizing and marketing our products and services. - Providing information to authorized persons, agencies, and institutions upon a lawful request. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information We may disclose your personal information collected via cookies to the following categories of third parties: - Service Providers: Companies that perform services on our behalf, such as web hosting and data analysis. - Advertising Partners: Third-party advertising networks and social media platforms to deliver targeted advertising. This may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under the CCPA/CPRA. - Analytics Providers: Companies like Google Analytics that help us understand how our site is used. - Legal Authorities: Government bodies, regulators, and law enforcement as required by law. Your data may be processed and stored by our service providers in locations outside of your state or country, including internationally. We take steps to ensure that your data is handled securely and in accordance with this Cookie Policy and applicable law. Your Choices and Managing Cookies When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a Cookie Preference Center where you can see the types of cookies we use and make your choices. You can accept all, reject all non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time through the "Cookie Settings" link on our website. Most web browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can learn how to manage cookies on popular browsers by following the links below: - Google Chrome - Mozilla Firefox - Microsoft Internet Explorer - Safari - Opera You can also use tools like Ghostery, Webwasher, or AdBlock to block tracking pixels. To opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies, you can visit the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) and the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA). Please note that if you choose to block all cookies (including strictly necessary cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our site. Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals from browsers. However, you can exercise your choice regarding tracking and advertising through the other methods described in this policy. Your Privacy Rights (For California Residents) Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the CPRA, California residents have certain rights regarding their personal information. These include: - The Right to Know and Access: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the sources of that information, the purposes for which we use it, and the categories of third parties with whom we have shared it. - The Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete personal information that we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions. - The Right to Correct: You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you. - The Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: You have the right to direct us not to "sell" or "share" your personal information. We use advertising cookies that may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" under the CCPA/CPRA. You can exercise this right by clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link on our website and through our Cookie Preference Center. - The Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You have the right to limit our use and disclosure of your sensitive personal information to purposes necessary to provide the services you requested. - The Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights. How to Exercise Your Rights To exercise your rights to know, delete, or correct, please submit a verifiable consumer request to us by either: - Emailing us at info@metafonics.com - Calling us at our toll-free number: [1-800-XXX-XXXX] - Completing the online request form available at [Link to Web Form] Only you, or a person legally authorized to act on your behalf, may make a verifiable consumer request related to your personal information. We will need to verify your identity before processing your request. Children's Privacy Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers. Changes to This Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us: Metafonics AI Technologies 1750 Rogers Ave San Jose, CA 95112 USA Email: info@metafonics.com Google Ads advertising measurement We use the Google Ads tag (Google LLC) to measure the performance of our ads. Demo requests, contact form submissions and clicks on WhatsApp links are sent to Google using cookies and device information so they can be linked to ad clicks. For visitors from the EEA, the UK and Switzerland this measurement runs only with your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time via the "Cookie settings" link at the bottom of the page. How Google uses data: https://business.safety.google/privacy/ Google Analytics (Google LLC) uses cookies and session identifiers, only with analytics consent, to associate page visits, traffic sources, approximate country/device information, demo form opens/completions and WhatsApp transitions. Names, phone numbers, business names and message text from forms are not sent to Analytics. A WhatsApp transition does not confirm a sent message. Analytics requires consent in every country; GPC blocks measurement. Your choices, time, language, region and notice version are stored in your browser; earlier acceptance evidence is preserved on withdrawal. Withdraw using Cookie preferences in the footer. Google data use: https://business.safety.google/privacy/