Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how KronBidding ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our programmatic advertising services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by other domains).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behavior.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or login information) to provide enhanced, personalized features.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

As a programmatic Ad Exchange, we and our partners use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising campaign effectiveness. These cookies track your browsing habits across different websites.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party partners who may also set cookies on your device. These partners include:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Mixpanel
• Fraud Detection: Human, Pixalate, GeoEdge
• Advertising Partners: DSPs, SSPs, and other ad tech platforms
• Performance Monitoring: CDN and hosting providers

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of accounts
• To remember your preferences and settings
• To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• To improve website performance and user experience
• To deliver relevant advertising content
• To measure advertising campaign effectiveness
• To detect and prevent invalid traffic and fraud
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

6. Cookie Consent and Control

6.1 Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
• Cookie Consent Tool: Use our cookie consent banner to manage your preferences
• Opt-Out Tools: Use industry opt-out tools like DAA Opt-Out or EDAA Opt-Out

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly without certain cookies.

7. Mobile Device Identifiers

On mobile devices, similar technologies such as advertising identifiers are used:

• iOS: Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA)
• Android: Google Advertising ID (GAID)

You can reset or limit ad tracking in your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Reset Advertising Identifier
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals, but we comply with applicable privacy regulations regarding tracking and targeting.

9. Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their purpose:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Authentication Cookies: Typically 30-90 days
• Analytics Cookies: Typically 2 years
• Advertising Cookies: Typically 30-90 days

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or for other reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: