Cookie Policy
Understanding How We Use Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Last Updated: February 7, 2026
1. Introduction to Our Cookie Practices
iQs Group, Inc. ("iQs," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites, applications, and digital platforms. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides comprehensive information about our data collection and processing practices.
We are committed to transparency about the technologies we use and to providing you with meaningful choices about how your information is collected and used. This policy aims to help you understand our cookie practices so you can make informed decisions about your privacy.
By continuing to use our websites after being presented with cookie information, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. However, you can change your cookie preferences at any time using the methods described in this document.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enable various features and functionality. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, font size, and other preferences.
Cookies are set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties, such as analytics providers or advertising networks ("third-party cookies"). First-party cookies are generally used to enable core website functionality and remember your preferences. Third-party cookies are typically used for analytics, advertising, and social media integration.
Cookies can also be classified by their lifespan. "Session cookies" are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. "Persistent cookies" remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually. Persistent cookies help websites remember your information and settings when you visit again.
In addition to traditional cookies, we may use other similar technologies, including web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage, and device fingerprinting. These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same choices and controls described in this policy.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
We use cookies for various purposes, organized into the following categories:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our websites to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are exempt from consent requirements under most privacy laws.
Examples include cookies that enable secure areas of our website, maintain your session when you log in, remember items in a shopping cart, ensure load balancing across our servers, and enable security features that protect against malicious activities.
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us measure and improve the performance of our sites, understand which pages are most and least popular, and see how visitors navigate around our sites. The information collected by these cookies is aggregated and statistical in nature.
We use these insights to improve website functionality, optimize user experience, identify and fix technical issues, and develop new features based on user behavior patterns. Performance cookies may be set by us or by third-party analytics providers we engage.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable our websites 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. These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language preferences, region selection, and display settings, to provide a more personalized experience.
If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly, and you may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit our sites. Functional cookies enhance your experience but are not strictly necessary for basic website operation.
3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our sites by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. iQs Group uses targeting cookies sparingly and primarily for remarketing to previous website visitors. We do not engage in extensive behavioral advertising practices.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The following provides details about specific cookies and similar technologies used on our websites. This list is not exhaustive and may be updated as we add or remove cookies:
| Cookie Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Necessary | Maintains user session state | Session |
| auth_token | Necessary | Authentication and security | 30 days |
| _iqs_analytics | Analytics | Tracks page views and user behavior | 1 year |
| preferences | Functional | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Necessary | Records cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide other functionality. These third parties may include analytics providers, social media platforms, and advertising networks.
Third-party cookies are governed by the respective third party's privacy policy, not this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their data practices. We work with reputable partners and require them to comply with applicable privacy laws, but we do not control the information collected by third-party cookies.
Common third-party services we may use include analytics platforms for website performance measurement, content delivery networks for efficient website loading, security services for protecting against threats, and customer support tools for providing assistance. Each of these services may set their own cookies when you interact with our websites.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies and controlling how they are used on your device:
6.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our websites, you may be presented with a cookie banner or consent tool that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link typically found in our website footer or by visiting our Privacy Center.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in your browser's "Privacy" or "Security" settings. Common browsers allow you to block all cookies, block only third-party cookies, clear cookies when you close your browser, and receive notifications when a cookie is set. Note that blocking all cookies may impact your experience and prevent some features from working properly.
6.3 Opt-Out Links
For third-party analytics and advertising cookies, you may be able to opt out using industry-standard opt-out mechanisms. These include the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page, the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out tool, and the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out platform for users in the EU.
6.4 Mobile Device Settings
Mobile devices may offer settings that enable you to limit ad tracking or reset advertising identifiers. On iOS devices, you can limit ad tracking in Settings under Privacy. On Android devices, you can opt out of interest-based ads in Settings under Google and Ads. These settings affect app-based tracking and may not impact website cookies.
7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or decline cookies, you may still use our websites, but your experience may be diminished. Some features and services may not function properly if cookies are disabled. Specifically, you may need to re-enter information on each visit, some personalized features may not work, certain interactive elements may be unavailable, and you may see the same content repeatedly rather than personalized content.
For enterprise customers using our cybersecurity platforms, disabling essential cookies may prevent you from accessing secure areas of our services. We recommend enabling at least strictly necessary cookies to ensure full functionality of our platforms.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites. Because there is no universally accepted standard for how to respond to DNT signals, our websites do not currently respond to browser DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described above to control tracking on our websites. We will continue to monitor developments in DNT standards and may update our practices as industry consensus emerges.
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 for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If we make material changes to our cookie practices that significantly affect your privacy, we will provide more prominent notice, such as a banner on our website or an email notification if appropriate.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: