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Cookie Policy

Overview

This Cookie Policy (the "Policy") applies to all online tools and related services provided by so.ez (the "Service"). This Policy explains how the Service uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This Policy, together with our Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and Disclaimer, constitutes the complete legal framework.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that websites store in your browser to record your preferences and browsing behavior. Cookies are widely used to enhance user experience, such as remembering language selections and retaining configuration data. Cookies do not access other data on your hard drive and do not carry viruses.

The Service uses the following similar technologies:

  • localStorage: Used to store user configuration data and cookie consent records
  • Session storage: Used to temporarily save current session state

Cookie Categories

The Service classifies cookies into the following three categories:

Necessary Cookies

Necessary cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are used to:

  • Store user search engine configurations and syntax plans
  • Maintain user interface language preferences
  • Implement cookie consent recording functionality
  • Ensure basic page functionality

Legal basis: Under GDPR Article 6(1)(b), these cookies are necessary to provide the service and do not require prior consent.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies are used to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve website performance. They record:

  • Page views and unique visitor counts
  • Traffic sources (direct access, search engines, referral links, etc.)
  • User behavior path analysis
  • Page load performance metrics

Legal basis: Under GDPR Article 6(1)(a), these cookies require explicit user consent before being enabled.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners to:

  • Build user interest profiles
  • Display relevant ads on other websites
  • Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
  • Limit the frequency of ad display

Legal basis: Under GDPR Article 6(1)(a), these cookies require explicit user consent before being enabled.

Third-Party Cookies

The Service may use the following third-party services, which may set their own cookies:

  • Google AdSense: Used to display ads, may use DoubleClick DART cookies. Users can visit Google Privacy Policy for details
  • Third-party search engines: When you navigate to third-party search engines through the Service, these websites may set their own cookies, governed by their respective privacy policies

User Rights

Under applicable data protection regulations, you have the following rights:

GDPR (EU Users)

  • Right to be informed: Know how your data is processed
  • Right of access: Obtain a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
  • Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to restrict processing: Restrict data processing in certain circumstances
  • Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time

CCPA (California Users)

  • Right to know: Know the categories of personal data collected and their purposes
  • Right to delete: Request deletion of personal data we hold
  • Right to opt-out of sale: Object to the sale of your personal data (the Service does not sell user data)
  • Right to non-discrimination: Not be discriminated against when exercising privacy rights

Managing Cookie Preferences

First Visit

When you first visit the Service, a cookie consent dialog will appear. You can choose to:

  • Accept all: Enable all cookie categories
  • Reject non-essential: Keep only necessary cookies, disable analytics and marketing cookies
  • Manage settings: Selectively enable individual cookie categories

Subsequent Changes

You can modify your cookie preferences at any time through:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link at the bottom of the page
  • Visiting the Cookie management section on the configuration page
  • Clearing stored cookie data through browser settings

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies directly through your browser:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Note that disabling necessary cookies may cause some features to not work properly.

Data Retention

The Service's cookie consent records are stored in the browser's localStorage and are not uploaded to servers. Clearing browser data will simultaneously delete all locally stored cookie preference records.

Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect children's data. If we discover accidental collection, we will delete it promptly.

Policy Updates

The Service reserves the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time. The modified policy becomes effective upon publication. You are advised to review this Policy periodically for the latest content.

Governing Law

This Policy is governed by applicable law. Any disputes arising from this Policy shall first be resolved through negotiation; if negotiation fails, through judicial proceedings.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact: [email protected]