MOBSEAR Gallery (“we,” “our,” or “us”) prioritize transparency and user privacy. Like most online platforms, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, personalize content, enhance security, and provide better services tailored to your preferences. Cookies help us understand user behavior, optimize website performance, and ensure that our platform functions smoothly.
By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy. However, we also value your right to Privacy Policy & control your privacy settings. You have the option to manage, restrict, or disable cookies through your browser settings or consent preferences.
Understanding how cookies work and their role in improving website functionality will help you make informed decisions about your privacy. Below, we explain “what cookies are, how they function, and why they are important for your browsing experience” in this Cookies Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or any other device when you visit a website. These files contain specific data related to your browsing activity, such as site preferences, session information, and tracking identifiers. Cookies allow websites to recognize returning users, remember preferences, and ensure secure authentication.
Cookies ‘do not contain personal information like passwords or financial details’; instead, they store unique identifiers that help websites tailor content and settings based on past interactions.
How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit MOBSEAR Gallery, our website’s server sends a cookie to your browser, which is then stored on your device. The next time you access the site, your browser automatically sends the cookie back, allowing our system to recognize you and provide a more personalized experience.
For example, cookies help us:
- Keep you logged in without needing to enter your credentials every time.
- Remember your preferred settings (language, theme, or content preferences).
- Analyze user interactions to improve website performance and user experience.
- Deliver relevant advertisements and prevent repetitive ad displays.
- Ensure website security and detect potential fraudulent activities.
Types of Cookies
There are different types of cookies used on websites, categorized based on their functionality, duration, and source:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for a set duration, even after the session ends.
- First-Party Cookies: Placed directly by MOBSEAR Gallery for website functionality.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services like advertising networks or analytics providers.
While cookies are essential for a seamless online experience, you have full control over how they are stored and used. You can modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies, but this may affect certain website functionalities.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
At MOBSEAR Gallery, we utilize different types of cookies to enhance user experience, ensure website functionality, and personalize content. Each type of cookie serves a specific purpose and helps us improve how our platform operates. Below is a detailed explanation of the categories of cookies we use:
2.1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary Cookies)
These cookies are crucial for the basic operation of our website and enable users to navigate and use core functions. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work correctly.
Key functions of essential cookies:
- Enable secure login and authentication for registered users.
- Maintain session continuity so users remain logged in while browsing.
- Support payment processing for premium content through Stripe, PayPal, or Payoneer.
- Prevent security threats, fraudulent activities, and unauthorized access.
Since these cookies are necessary for the website to function, they do not require user consent and cannot be disabled.
2.2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us track and analyze website performance to optimize the user experience. They collect anonymous data about visitor interactions, helping us understand how users navigate the site.
Key functions of performance & analytics cookies:
- Measure page load times, bounce rates, and session duration.
- Track popular pages, user engagement, and interaction patterns.
- Identify technical issues, broken links, and slow-loading elements.
- Help us improve our website structure, navigation, and content.
We use Google Analytics, and similar tools for performance tracking. These cookies are optional and can be managed or disabled in user settings.
2.3. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies improve user experience by storing preferences and custom settings. These cookies allow MOBSEAR Gallery to remember user choices, making interactions smoother.
Key functions of functional cookies:
- Remember login credentials and preferred language settings.
- Store user preferences for content recommendations.
- Support interactive features, such as comment sections, likes, and shares.
If you disable functional cookies, some personalized features may not work correctly, but the core website will still function.
2.4. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies track browsing behavior and interests to deliver relevant advertisements. They are used by third-party advertising partners to provide targeted promotions.
Key functions of advertising & targeting cookies:
- Display personalized ads based on past searches and interactions.
- Prevent users from seeing irrelevant or repetitive ads.
- Assist advertisers in measuring the efficacy of their marketing activities.
- Enable social media platforms to track interactions with shared content.
For EU and UK users, we require explicit consent before enabling these cookies to comply with GDPR regulations. Users can customize or reject advertising cookies in their settings.
2.5. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by external services integrated into MOBSEAR Gallery, such as social media plugins, embedded videos, and third-party analytics tools.
Examples of third-party cookies include:
- YouTube cookies for embedded video playback.
- Facebook and Twitter cookies for social media sharing.
- Google Ads cookies for personalized advertisements.
Users can choose to accept or reject third-party cookies in their browser settings.
3. How We Use Cookies
MOBSEAR Gallery uses cookies to enhance functionality, improve performance, and deliver a seamless browsing experience. Here’s how we utilize cookies across different aspects of our platform:
3.1. Enhancing Website Performance & Security
- Essential cookies help us maintain security, prevent fraud, and authenticate users.
- Performance cookies analyze website traffic and identify areas for improvement.
- Security-related cookies ensure data protection for transactions and user accounts.
3.2. Personalizing User Experience
- Functional cookies remember previous searches, preferences, and content selections.
- Recommendation algorithms use stored data to suggest relevant images, videos, or blog posts.
- Users who log in regularly benefit from a personalized dashboard experience.
3.3. Supporting Payment & Transactions
- When users purchase Pro Standard or Pro Extended licenses, cookies help process payments securely through Stripe, PayPal, or Payoneer.
- These cookies ensure safe and encrypted transactions by complying with financial regulations.
3.4. Tracking & Analytics for Website Improvement
- Analytics cookies track how users engage with the website, helping us optimize content and design.
- We use Google Analytics, & other tools to analyze session duration, traffic sources, and conversion rates.
- This data helps us refine our website and provide a better experience for creative professionals.
3.5. Delivering Relevant Advertisements
- Advertising cookies display targeted ads based on user behavior.
- If you visit certain pages or categories, you may see relevant promotions on partner sites.
- Third-party advertising partners use these cookies to track ad performance and user engagement.
3.6. Complying with Legal & Regional Privacy Laws
- EU & UK Users: We comply with GDPR’s cookie consent regulations and allow users to opt in or out of non-essential cookies.
- U.S. Users: Under CCPA, California residents can opt out of tracking and advertising cookies.
By understanding and controlling cookie preferences, users can ensure their privacy while enjoying the full functionality of MOBSEAR Gallery.
4. How to Manage & Disable Cookies
At MOBSEAR Gallery, we respect your right to control how cookies are used on your device. Users can manage their cookie preferences through browser settings, opt-out mechanisms, and built-in privacy controls. Below are the different ways you can manage and disable cookies:
4.1. Adjusting Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow users to control cookie settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. You can customize these settings according to your privacy preferences. However, disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality and user experience.
Steps to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome:
- Open Chrome and navigate to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
- Select options to allow, block, or clear cookies after each session.
- Mozilla Firefox:
- Open Firefox and go to Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- You can choose to block third-party cookies, delete cookies, or manage exceptions.
- Safari (Mac & iOS):
- Open Safari and go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
- You can remove cookies for specific sites or block all cookies.
- Microsoft Edge:
- Open Edge and go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions.
- Choose to block all cookies, allow necessary cookies, or manage tracking settings.
If you use multiple devices, you must configure cookie settings separately for each browser and device.
4.2. Opting Out of Analytics & Advertising Cookies
MOBSEAR Gallery uses Google Analytics and other tracking tools to enhance user experience. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on (Google Opt-Out Tool).
For advertising cookies, you can adjust preferences through:
- Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
- Your social media ad preferences (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
4.3. GDPR & ePrivacy Compliance (EU & UK Users)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ePrivacy Directive, users in the EU & UK must explicitly consent before non-essential cookies (such as marketing and tracking cookies) are used.
- Upon visiting our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
You can change your consent settings anytime via the “Cookie Settings” section on our website.
4.4. CCPA Compliance (U.S. Users, California Residents)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California users have the right to:
- Opt out of targeted advertising
- Request access to cookie-collected data
- Request deletion of personal data related to cookies
To opt out, click the “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link (if applicable) on our website or adjust browser privacy settings.
5. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or website functionality. We will report any revisions on this page and change the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy.
If there are significant changes in how we use cookies, we will notify users by:
- Sending an email notification to registered users
- Displaying a prominent banner on our website
- Requiring users to review and update their cookie preferences
We encourage users to review this Cookies Policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. If you have any questions or require further assistance regarding this Cookies Policy, please contact us at the support email address: [email protected]. By continuing to use MOBSEAR Gallery, you agree to the updated Cookies Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described above.