Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 24, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how chakratones.com ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding cookie usage.
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 and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies: Set by a domain other than the website you are visiting
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which work similarly to cookies and are covered by this policy.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to work.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website functionality)
Consent Required: No (exempt under GDPR)
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
Cookies Used:
- _ga - Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_* - Google Analytics cookie used to persist session state. Expires after 2 years.
- _gid - Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Expires after 24 hours.
- _gat - Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rate. Expires after 1 minute.
Provider: Google Analytics 4 (Google LLC)
Purpose: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and website performance. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how users navigate our site, and identify areas for improvement.
Data Collected: IP address (anonymized), page views, time spent on pages, device type, browser type, geographic location (country/city level), referral source, and user interactions (clicks, scrolls).
Data Sharing: Data is shared with Google Analytics. Google may use this data for its own purposes as described in Google's Privacy Policy.
Location: United States (Google servers)
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt-out at any time)
Consent Required: Yes (explicit opt-in consent required under GDPR)
Opt-Out: You can opt-out of Google Analytics cookies by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your browser settings to reject cookies.
3.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
Current Status: We do not currently use advertising or marketing cookies on our website. However, if we implement Google AdSense or other advertising services in the future, this section will be updated accordingly.
Future Implementation: If we add advertising cookies in the future, we will:
- Use a Google-certified Consent Management Platform (CMP) that integrates with the IAB Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF)
- Obtain explicit consent before setting any advertising cookies
- Provide clear information about the advertising partners and purposes
- Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
- Update this policy with specific cookie details
Legal Basis: Consent (explicit opt-in consent required)
Consent Required: Yes (explicit opt-in consent required under GDPR and Google AdSense policies)
3.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences or language settings.
Current Status: We do not currently use functional cookies, but may implement them in the future to improve your experience.
Legal Basis: Consent (if implemented)
Consent Required: Yes (if implemented)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics 4
- Provider: Google LLC
- Purpose: Website analytics and performance measurement
- Cookies: _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
5. Cookie Consent
Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, we are required to obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, and functional cookies).
How We Obtain Consent:
- When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner
- You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences
- Your consent choices are stored and respected on subsequent visits
- You can change your cookie preferences at any time
Consent Requirements:
- Consent must be explicit - no pre-ticked boxes or implied consent
- Consent must be informed - we provide clear information about cookie usage
- Consent must be freely given - you can refuse without consequences
- Consent can be withdrawn at any time
Consent Records: We maintain records of your consent choices, including timestamps, for compliance purposes. These records are retained for 6 years as required by GDPR.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you visit our website, you can use the cookie consent banner to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by category
- Change your preferences at any time
6.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
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 → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Note: Blocking cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
6.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out
To opt-out of Google Analytics cookies specifically, you can:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Use browser settings to block cookies from google-analytics.com and googletagmanager.com
- Reject analytics cookies in our cookie consent banner
7. Your Rights Regarding Cookies
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding cookies and your personal data:
- Right to be Informed: You have the right to be informed about cookie usage (this policy)
- Right of Access: You can request information about what cookies are set on your device
- Right to Consent: You have the right to give or withhold consent for non-essential cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time
- Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of cookie data (subject to legal requirements)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@chakratones.com.
8. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period:
- Google Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years (_ga, _ga_*)
- Google Analytics cookies: 24 hours (_gid)
- Google Analytics cookies: 1 minute (_gat)
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
- Notify you of significant changes through our website or email
- Request new consent if required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: hello@chakratones.com
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.