1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies on the website operated by Washingaiflexibl, accessible at https://washingaiflexibl.world. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which describes how we process personal data collected through cookies and other means.
We are committed to transparency regarding our use of cookies and to providing you with meaningful choices about how your data is collected and used when you visit our website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be “session cookies” that are deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent cookies” that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (“first-party cookies”) or by third-party services integrated into the website (“third-party cookies”).
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as local storage, session storage, and pixel tags (web beacons) that serve comparable functions. References to “cookies” in this policy include these similar technologies unless otherwise stated.
3. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for cookies and related data processing on this website is:
- Washingaiflexibl
- 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
- Phone: +1 215-922-2317
- Email: assist@washingaiflexibl.world
4. Cookie Categories We Use
We classify cookies into the following categories based on their purpose and legal basis for use:
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, cookie consent storage, and accessibility features. Because these cookies are necessary for the operation of our website, they cannot be disabled through our cookie preference center. You may be able to block them through your browser settings, but doing so may affect website functionality.
Examples of strictly necessary cookies:
- Cookie consent preference storage (records your Accept, Reject, or custom settings)
- Session management cookies for maintaining your browsing session
- Security cookies for protecting against cross-site request forgery
- Load balancing cookies for distributing traffic across servers
Legal basis: Legitimate interest in providing a functional and secure website (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)).
Retention period: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Consent preference cookies are retained for twelve (12) months.
4.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously or in aggregated form. This data allows us to measure website traffic, identify popular pages, understand navigation patterns, and improve our educational content and user experience.
Examples of analytics data collected:
- Number of visitors and unique visitors
- Pages viewed and time spent on each page
- Referral sources (how you arrived at our website)
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- General geographic region (country or city level, not precise location)
Legal basis: Your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)). Analytics cookies are only activated after you click “Accept All” or enable Analytics in Cookie Settings.
Retention period: Up to twenty-six (26) months, after which data is deleted or anonymized.
4.3 Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display relevant content or measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners whose services we may use.
Examples of marketing cookie purposes:
- Measuring the performance of advertising campaigns
- Delivering content that may be relevant to your interests
- Limiting the number of times you see a particular advertisement
- Understanding conversion rates from advertising to website visits
Legal basis: Your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)). Marketing cookies are only activated after you click “Accept All” or enable Marketing in Cookie Settings.
Retention period: Up to twelve (12) months, depending on the specific cookie.
5. How We Obtain Your Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the screen. You are presented with three options:
- Accept All: Enables strictly necessary, analytics, and marketing cookies.
- Reject: Enables only strictly necessary cookies. Analytics and marketing cookies are not activated.
- Cookie Settings: Opens a preference panel where you can individually toggle Analytics and Marketing cookies on or off. Strictly necessary cookies remain always enabled.
Your choice is stored in your browser's local storage and respected on subsequent visits. You may change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser storage and revisiting the website, or by contacting us to request preference updates.
We do not use pre-checked boxes for non-essential cookies. Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous, in accordance with GDPR requirements.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third-party services that we integrate for analytics, advertising, or functionality purposes. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they use the data collected through their cookies.
We carefully select third-party providers and require them to comply with applicable data protection laws. However, we do not control the cookies set by third parties and recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies.
Third-party cookies are only activated when you have provided consent for the relevant cookie category (Analytics or Marketing).
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
7.1 Through Our Website
Use the cookie consent banner or Cookie Settings panel when you visit our website. Your preferences are saved locally and applied on future visits from the same browser and device.
7.2 Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device and delete them individually or all at once
- Block third-party cookies while allowing first-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Configure your browser to notify you before a cookie is set
- Enable “Do Not Track” signals, though not all websites respond to these signals
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience. Strictly necessary cookies are required for basic website operation.
7.3 Opt-Out Tools
For analytics and advertising cookies, you may also use industry opt-out tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) consumer choice page, where available.
8. Data Collected Through Cookies
Depending on the cookie category and your consent choices, the following types of data may be collected:
- IP address (may be anonymized by analytics providers)
- Browser type, version, and language settings
- Operating system and device information
- Pages visited, links clicked, and time spent on pages
- Referral URL and search terms used to find our website
- Cookie consent status and preference timestamps
This data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We do not use cookie data to identify you personally unless you have also provided identifying information through our contact form or service enrollment.
9. Data Retention
Cookie retention periods vary by type:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Consent preference cookies: Stored for twelve (12) months, after which consent is requested again.
- Analytics cookies: Retained for up to twenty-six (26) months.
- Marketing cookies: Retained for up to twelve (12) months.
After the retention period expires, cookie data is automatically deleted or anonymized.
10. Security Measures
We implement security measures to protect data collected through cookies, including HTTPS encryption for all data transmission, secure cookie flags where appropriate, and regular review of third-party cookie providers. Cookie consent records are stored locally in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers unless you submit a form or interact with services that require server-side processing.
11. Your Rights
In relation to personal data processed through cookies, you have the rights described in our Privacy Policy, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object, and withdraw consent. To exercise these rights or ask questions about our cookie practices, contact us at assist@washingaiflexibl.world or +1 215-922-2317.
12. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our cookie practices. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
13. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, contact:
- Washingaiflexibl
- 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
- Phone: +1 215-922-2317
- Email: assist@washingaiflexibl.world