Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to provide a secure, efficient, and transparent online experience.
Last Updated: October 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you access websites. They are widely used to support website mechanics, secure online transactions, and retrieve basic analytics to improve load speeds.
2. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
In accordance with our strict data protection principles:
- We do not use cookies to gather or transmit personally identifiable information (PII) without your explicit consent.
- We do not host or participate in third-party tracking, behavioral advertising networks, or remarketing campaigns.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We classify the cookies utilized on our site into the following categories:
| Category | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Necessary for core functions like navigating the secure giving pages, handling checkout sessions, and remembering compliance banners. | Session to 1 Year |
| Performance & Analytics | Aggregate, anonymized visitor metrics used to monitor website response speeds, broken links, and geographic density. No user IP is mapped to an identity. | Up to 2 Years |
| Functional Preferences | Stores choices you make (such as language selection or preferred giving route) to personalize subsequent site visits. | Up to 6 Months |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most modern web browsers permit users to control cookies through their configuration settings. You can choose to block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive warnings before a cookie is stored. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact certain interactive functionalities, such as the giving checkout modules.
5. Revisions to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to align with website updates or changes in regulatory compliance rules. We recommend checking this page occasionally to review our current practices.
6. Support Desk
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or analytical scripts, please reach out to us at info@fshfoundation.org.