Olqan Cookie Policy
Last Updated: May 13, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
This policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar technologies on our platform.
At Olqan (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our all-in-one business management platform (the “Platform”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding their use, and other important information about our data practices.
This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy. By using our Platform, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
This section explains what cookies are and how they work.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their sites are used.
Cookies are not programs that can access your device or extract data. The information stored in cookies is anonymous and does not contain any of your personal details.
There are different types of cookies:
- Session cookies are temporary and only exist during your browsing session. They are deleted from your device when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them manually.
- First-party cookies are set by the website you are visiting.
- Third-party cookies are set by a domain different from the one you are visiting, usually for advertising or analytics purposes.
3. HOW WE USE COOKIES
This section details the different types of cookies we use and their purposes.
We use CookieYes, a cookie consent management platform, to manage our cookies in compliance with applicable laws. We use various types of cookies for different purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas access, and remembering your preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
Examples of essential cookies we use:
- Authentication cookies that identify you when you log in
- Security cookies that help maintain the security of our Platform
- Session cookies that remember your selections as you navigate through our Platform
3.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Platform. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular, how visitors move around the site, and whether they experience any errors. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and anonymous.
Examples of performance cookies we use:
- Google Analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform
- Load balancing cookies that distribute traffic to make the Platform more responsive
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our Platform. If you disable these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
Examples of functionality cookies we use:
- Cookies that remember your preferences (like language or region)
- Cookies that remember your settings (like text size or contrast)
- Cookies that remember if you’ve completed a particular action on the Platform
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Platform by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They don’t store directly personal information but uniquely identify your browser and device. If you disable these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Examples of targeting cookies we might use:
- Cookies used to deliver advertisements relevant to you
- Cookies used to limit the number of times you see an ad
- Cookies used to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
This section explains how third parties may use cookies on our platform.
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our Platform. These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Feature functionality providers
These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our Platform and other websites. This information may be used to provide analytics, ad targeting, or other services. The third parties’ use of your information is governed by their own privacy policies, not this Cookie Policy or our Privacy Policy.
When you first visit our Platform, you will be shown a cookie banner powered by CookieYes that allows you to accept or decline different categories of cookies, except for essential cookies which are necessary for the Platform to function.
5. YOUR CHOICES REGARDING COOKIES
This section explains how you can control the cookies we use.
You have several options to control or limit how we and our third-party partners use cookies:
5.1 Cookie Consent Tool
We use CookieYes to give you control over which categories of cookies you accept. When you first visit our Platform, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can:
- Delete cookies from your device
- Block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse all or some cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies (including essential cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our Platform.
5.3 How to Manage Cookies in Different Browsers
Here’s how to manage cookies in the most common browsers:
Chrome:
- Click the three dots in the top-right corner
- Select “Settings”
- Under “Privacy and security,” click “Cookies and other site data”
- Adjust your preferred settings
Firefox:
- Click the three lines in the top-right corner
- Select “Options” or “Preferences”
- Select “Privacy & Security”
- Under “Cookies and Site Data,” adjust your preferred settings
Safari:
- Go to “Preferences” in the Safari menu
- Click on the “Privacy” tab
- Under “Cookies and website data,” adjust your preferred settings
Microsoft Edge:
- Click the three dots in the top-right corner
- Select “Settings”
- Click on “Cookies and site permissions”
- Adjust your preferred settings
Mobile Devices: You can manage cookies through your browser settings on mobile devices as well. Please refer to your device’s help documentation for more information.
5.4 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. These features are not yet uniform, so we do not currently respond to such signals.
5.5 Opting Out of Specific Third-Party Cookies
For information on how to opt out of specific third-party cookies, please visit the relevant third-party’s website.
6. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
This section explains how we’ll notify you if we update this policy.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. If we make changes, we will post the revised Cookie Policy on the Platform and update the “Last Updated” date at the top. Your continued use of the Platform after the revised Cookie Policy is posted constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
7. CONTACT US
Data Privacy Team
Email: privacy@olqan.com
By using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
