Cookie Policy - Viva Buzz

1. Cookie Basics

Cookie basics describe small files saved to devices during site access containing browsing data. Basics include activity tracking and preference storage. Cookie purposes encompass device identification, setting retention, usage analytics, and experience enhancement. Most browsers default to accepting cookies with available control options.

2. Cookie Deployment Categories

Cookie deployment categories encompass Essential deployment for necessary operations, Functional deployment for preference storage, Analytics deployment for usage tracking, and Performance deployment for speed optimization. Categories serve distinct purposes for platform functionality and experience. Deployment includes first-party and third-party categories.

3. Operational Essential Cookies

Operational essential cookies are required for platform functioning and cannot be disabled. They power core services including authentication processes, security features, session administration, and navigation tools. Without operational essential cookies, vital services like user login, account control, and security measures would not work. Marketing data collection is excluded.

4. Insight Collection Cookies

Insight collection cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. They collect information about page visits, source traffic, click patterns, and session durations. This anonymous aggregated information enhances platform performance, identifies technical challenges, and improves user experiences. Core functions remain unaffected by insight cookie opt-out.

5. Preference Storage Cookies

Preference storage cookies retain your choices and configurations for personalized platform experiences. They save information including language selections, display options, theme preferences, and layout customizations. Storage cookies improve usability by preserving preferences between sessions. Disabling preference storage may require resetting choices each visit and limit personalization capabilities.

6. External Service Cookies

External service cookies are placed by outside providers integrated with our platform, such as analytics tools, advertising services, and social media features. These cookies may monitor activity across various sites. We lack control over external service cookies or their operations. Browser settings or service-provided opt-out tools enable management. Consult external service privacy policies for comprehensive details.

7. Browser Privacy Controls

Browser privacy controls for cookies are manageable through settings. Privacy controls allow viewing, deleting, and blocking cookie activities according to preferences. Controls can be set to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or alert upon cookie placement. Understand that blocking specific cookies may impact platform operations and user experience quality. Browser help resources offer comprehensive privacy control guidance.

8. Cookie Active Period

Cookie active period differs based on cookie type and purpose. Session active cookies expire when browsers close and maintain temporary status. Persistent active cookies remain on devices for specified periods or until manual deletion, ranging from days to years. Essential cookies typically expire with sessions, while preference and analytics cookies may endure longer to retain settings and analyze extended behavior.

9. Continuous Policy Updates

Continuous policy updates permit Cookie Policy modifications addressing technology, legal, or operational developments. Updates are published with revised dates on this page. Substantial updates may be communicated through platform alerts or email. Continued platform use after updates signifies acceptance. Regular continuous review is recommended.

10. Cookie Assistance Contact

Cookie assistance contact information directs inquiries to our privacy team via website channels. We commit to transparency and prompt concern resolution. Technical assistance for cookie settings or privacy rights is available through support team. Assistance requests receive responses within 5-7 business days standard timeframe.