Cookie Policy

1. 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 and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies typically contain:

• A unique identifier (usually a randomly generated string)
• The website domain that set the cookie
• An expiration date (some cookies expire when you close your browser, others persist for a set period)
• Additional data needed for the cookie's purpose

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and provide a more personalized experience. They can also be used to track your browsing activity across websites.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our Platform, categorized by purpose and duration:

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

Purpose: These cookies are essential for the Platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, security, and session management. Without these cookies, you cannot access certain features of the Platform.

Examples:

• Session Cookies: PHP session cookies (typically named "PHPSESSID") that maintain your login state and session data while you browse the Platform. These cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
• Authentication Cookies: Cookies that identify you as a logged-in user and maintain your authentication state across page requests.
• Security Cookies: Cookies used for security purposes, including CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) protection and preventing unauthorized access.

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of a contract (providing Platform services) and cannot be disabled. They do not require consent under GDPR.

Duration: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Some security cookies may persist for longer periods for security purposes.

2.2 Functional Cookies

Purpose: These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, allowing the Platform to remember your preferences and provide a more customized experience.

Examples:

• Preference Cookies: Remember your display preferences, language settings, and other customization choices
• Feature Cookies: Remember which features you've used or enabled, such as dismissed modals or notifications
• Gate Modal Cookies: Remember if you've seen or dismissed gate modals (e.g., subscription prompts) to avoid showing them repeatedly

Legal Basis: These cookies are based on legitimate interests (improving user experience) and may require consent in some jurisdictions.

Duration: Typically 7-30 days, or until you clear your browser cookies.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve Platform performance, identify popular features, and fix issues.

Information Collected:

• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Click patterns and navigation paths
• Feature usage and interaction data
• Error messages and performance metrics
• Device and browser information (anonymized)

Legal Basis: These cookies are based on legitimate interests (platform improvement) and require consent in the EEA/UK under GDPR.

Duration: Typically 1-2 years, or as specified by the analytics provider.

Note: We may use analytics services that set cookies. If you have specific analytics tools in use, they should be listed here. Currently, we use standard web analytics practices.

2.4 Third-Party Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are set by third-party services embedded in our Platform. We do not control these cookies, and their use is governed by the third party's privacy policy.

Third-Party Services That May Set Cookies:

• TradingView: Chart widgets embedded in our Platform may set cookies to remember chart preferences, display settings, and user interactions. TradingView's privacy policy applies: TradingView Privacy Policy
• Payment Processors: Stripe may set cookies for payment processing and fraud prevention. Stripe's privacy policy applies: Stripe Privacy Policy
• Other Embedded Services: Any other third-party services embedded in our Platform may set their own cookies. We will update this policy if we add new third-party services.

Legal Basis: Third-party cookies require consent in the EEA/UK under GDPR. You can manage these cookies through your browser settings or the third party's consent mechanism (if available).

3. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides details about specific cookies used on our Platform:

Note: Cookie names and purposes may change as we update our Platform. We will update this table periodically to reflect current cookie usage.

4. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other storage technologies, including:

• Local Storage: Browser-based storage that persists data locally on your device. We may use local storage as a fallback for cookies or to store preferences and feature states.
• Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when you close your browser. Used for temporary data during your browsing session.
• Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track when content is viewed or opened.

These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same privacy considerations. You can manage them through your browser settings, similar to cookies.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Authentication: To identify you when you log in and maintain your login state across page requests
• Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and security threats (e.g., CSRF protection)
• Session Management: To maintain your session and remember your preferences during your visit
• Personalization: To remember your preferences, settings, and customization choices
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Platform and identify areas for improvement
• Feature Functionality: To enable specific features, such as remembering dismissed modals or saved preferences
• Performance: To monitor Platform performance and identify technical issues

6. Cookie Consent (GDPR/CCPA)

Essential Cookies: Essential cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and do not require consent. These cookies are set automatically when you use our Platform.

Non-Essential Cookies: For cookies that are not strictly necessary (functional, analytics, third-party), we may request your consent before setting them, particularly if you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or certain US states with privacy laws.

Withdrawing Consent: You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by:

• Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Using browser extensions or tools that manage cookies
• Contacting us to request cookie preferences be updated

Impact of Withdrawing Consent: If you disable non-essential cookies, some features of the Platform may not function properly, and your experience may be less personalized. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting Platform functionality.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block All Cookies: Set your browser to refuse all cookies. Note: This will prevent you from using many features of our Platform that require cookies.
• Block Third-Party Cookies: Allow first-party cookies (from tradevae.com) but block third-party cookies (from TradingView, etc.)
• Delete Cookies: Delete existing cookies from your browser
• Set Cookie Preferences: Configure your browser to ask for permission before setting cookies

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

7.2 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites indicating you do not want to be tracked. Currently, our Platform does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can control cookie preferences through your browser settings as described above.

7.3 Third-Party Cookie Management

For third-party cookies (such as those set by TradingView), you may need to:

• Manage cookies through the third party's privacy settings or consent mechanism
• Block third-party cookies in your browser settings
• Review the third party's privacy policy for cookie management options

7.4 Opt-Out Tools

You can use browser extensions or privacy tools to manage cookies across websites. Popular options include privacy-focused browser extensions that block tracking cookies and provide granular control over cookie settings.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block cookies, please be aware that:

• Essential Features May Not Work: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in, accessing your account, or using core Platform features.
• Reduced Functionality: Some features may not work as expected, and you may need to re-enter information or reconfigure preferences each time you visit.
• Less Personalized Experience: The Platform may not remember your preferences, settings, or previous interactions.
• Third-Party Features: Embedded third-party features (such as TradingView charts) may not function properly if you block third-party cookies.

We recommend allowing essential cookies to ensure the Platform functions properly. You can selectively block non-essential cookies while allowing essential ones.

9. Cookie Security

We implement security measures to protect cookies and the data they contain:

• HttpOnly Flag: Session cookies are marked as HttpOnly, preventing JavaScript access to reduce the risk of cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
• Secure Flag: In production, cookies are transmitted only over HTTPS connections (Secure flag), protecting them from interception over unencrypted connections.
• SameSite Attribute: Cookies use the SameSite attribute (set to "Strict" for session cookies) to prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
• Encryption: Sensitive data stored in cookies is encrypted or hashed where appropriate.
• Regular Updates: We regularly review and update our cookie security practices to address emerging threats.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, legal requirements, or Platform features. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Posting a notice on our Platform (for significant changes)
• Sending an email notification to registered users (for material changes affecting cookie consent)

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices. Your continued use of the Platform after changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Additional Information

Related Policies: This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our:

• Privacy Policy - Comprehensive information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information
• Terms of Use - Legal terms governing your use of the Platform

Questions About Cookies: If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at support@tradevae.com with the subject line "Cookie Policy Inquiry."

12. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@tradevae.com
Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"
Website: https://mail.tradevae.com/contact/

Company Information:
TradeVae, LLC
1000 North West Street Mid-Town Brandy Wine, Suite 1200, Wilmington, DE 19801
United States