Cookie Policy
Last Updated: April 28, 2025
Contents
1Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how PhoneShield.ai ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and applications. This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information more broadly.
By using our website and services, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.
2What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
3Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes:
1Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
Examples of essential cookies we use:
- Authentication cookies: To remember your login status and maintain your session
- Security cookies: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity
- Load balancing cookies: To distribute traffic across servers
2Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples of functional cookies we use:
- Preference cookies: To remember settings like language preference and theme
- Feature cookies: To power features like chat and interactive elements
3Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. This data helps us improve our website and your browsing experience.
Examples of analytics cookies we use:
- Google Analytics: To track page views and user behavior
- Performance cookies: To measure site load times
- Error monitoring: To detect and diagnose errors
4Marketing and Targeting Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertising more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an ad and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Examples of marketing cookies we might use:
- Advertising cookies: To deliver personalized advertisements
- Social media cookies: To integrate social media features
- Remarketing cookies: To show relevant ads based on your previous interactions
4Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, such as:
Web Beacons
Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that help us deliver cookies, count visits, and understand usage
Local Storage
Browser web storage that allows websites to store data in a browser on a device, such as HTML5 local storage and caching
Tracking URLs
Shortened URLs that can track clicks, actions, or visits
SDKs
Software Development Kits (SDKs) are small pieces of code included in mobile apps that function similarly to cookies and web beacons
5Third-Party Cookies
Third-Party Cookies Notice
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website or apps. These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers: Such as Google Analytics, to help us understand how our website is used
- Advertising networks: To deliver targeted advertisements
- Social media platforms: Such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, to enable social sharing functionality
- Service providers: Who help us deliver certain functions of our website, such as live chat support
These third parties may use cookies, alone or in conjunction with web beacons or other tracking technologies, to collect information about you when you use our website. The information they collect may be associated with your personal information or they may collect information, including personal information, about your online activities over time and across different websites and other online services.
6Cookie Management
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser, and from version to version.
You can generally find how to manage cookies in your browser by using the "help" menu in your browser or by visiting the website of its developer.
Please note: If you choose to block or delete cookies, you may not be able to use all functionalities of our website and services, particularly the essential features.
Our Cookie Consent System
Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
You can change your preferences at any time through our Cookie Preferences Manager accessible from the footer of our website.
By continuing to use our website after making your cookie choices, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with your preferences and this Cookie Policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Email: privacy@phoneshield.ai
Address: 159 Explorer Dr, Osprey, FL 34229
Last Updated: April 28, 2025 • Terms of Service • Privacy Policy