Cookie Policy

1. INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how VEGA Verification ("VEGA", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (vegaverified.com).

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by your web browser when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites:

• Remember your preferences
• Improve user experience
• Analyze website performance
• Deliver personalized content

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

Purpose: Necessary for website functionality
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No (website won't function properly)

Examples:

• Session management
• Security and authentication
• Form submission
• Load balancing

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Understand website usage and performance
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes (via cookie banner or browser settings)

Examples:

• Page views and traffic sources
• User behavior and navigation paths
• Device and browser information
• Time spent on pages

3.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (via cookie banner or browser settings)

Examples:

• Retargeting ads
• Conversion tracking
• Ad personalization

4. HOW WE USE COOKIES

4.1 Essential Functions

• Maintaining sessions
• Preventing security threats
• Enabling website features
• Remembering form inputs

4.2 Performance Monitoring

• Analyzing traffic patterns
• Identifying popular content
• Detecting technical errors
• Improving website speed

4.3 User Experience

• Remembering your preferences
• Personalizing content
• Streamlining navigation

4.4 Marketing & Advertising

• Showing relevant ads
• Measuring campaign performance
• Limiting ad frequency

5. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit vegaverified.com, you'll see a cookie consent banner offering:

• Accept All Cookies: Enables all cookie types
• Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies
• Customize: Choose specific cookie categories

5.2 Cookie Preference Center

You can change cookie settings anytime via:

• Footer link: "Cookie Preferences"
• Cookie banner (if still visible)

5.3 Browser Settings

All browsers allow cookie management:

Google Chrome:
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

Safari:
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Firefox:
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Microsoft Edge:
Settings → Cookies and site permissions

5.4 Effect of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may result in:

• Reduced website functionality
• Inability to save preferences
• Repeated login requirements
• Loss of personalized experience

Essential cookies cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.

6. COOKIE DURATION

6.1 Session Cookies

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Deleted when you close your browser.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

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Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

7. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

7.1 What Are Third-Party Cookies?

Cookies set by external services (not VEGA) embedded on our website.

7.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies.

8. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

8.1 Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• New cookies or tracking technologies
• Changes in third-party services
• Legal or regulatory requirements

8.2 Notification

Updates are effective immediately. We will notify you via:

• Updated "Last Updated" date
• Website banner (for significant changes)

9. LEGAL BASIS (GDPR)

We use cookies based on:

Legitimate Interest:

• Essential cookies (necessary for website function)
• Security and fraud prevention

Consent:

• Analytics cookies
• Marketing cookies

You can withdraw consent anytime via cookie settings.

10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our website is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors via cookies.

11. DATA SECURITY

Cookie data is:

• Encrypted during transmission
• Stored securely
• Accessible only to authorized personnel

12. YOUR RIGHTS

Under GDPR and Swiss law, you have the right to:

• Access cookie data
• Delete cookies
• Withdraw consent
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with authorities

See our Privacy Policy for full details on your rights.

13. CONTACT US

13.1 Cookie Questions

Email: hello@vegaverified.com
Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

13.2 Data Protection

For privacy-related cookie concerns:
Email: hello@vegaverified.com

14. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By using vegaverified.com, you acknowledge:

• You have read this Cookie Policy
• You understand how we use cookies
• You consent to cookies as per your settings

You can change cookie preferences anytime via our Cookie Preference Center.

Last Updated: November 14, 2025