Cookie Policy - Data Collection & Privacy Settings

ClipSonic's comprehensive cookie policy explaining how we use cookies, tracking technologies, and user data collection in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and international privacy regulations.

Cookie Usage & Data Collection

ClipSonic uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, provide personalized services, and comply with international privacy regulations including GDPR (EU) and CCPA (California).

Last Updated: January 2025 | Effective Date: January 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide better services, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.

Types of Data We Collect:

• Essential functionality and session management
• User preferences and settings
• Analytics and performance data
• Security and fraud prevention information

Cookie Categories We Use

🔒 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

• Session Management: Keep you logged in during your visit
• Security Tokens: Protect against CSRF attacks and unauthorized access
• Load Balancing: Ensure consistent service performance
• User Authentication: Verify your identity and account access

Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest (Essential Service Functionality)

📊 Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)

Help us understand how users interact with our service to improve performance.

• Usage Statistics: Page views, session duration, bounce rates
• Performance Monitoring: Loading times, error tracking
• Feature Analytics: Which tools are most popular
• Geographic Data: General location for service optimization

Legal Basis: Consent (Can be disabled in settings)

⚙️ Preference Cookies (Consent Required)

Store your personalized settings and preferences.

• Language Settings: Remember your preferred language
• Theme Preferences: Dark/light mode selections
• Audio Settings: Default voice preferences, volume levels
• Dashboard Layout: Customized interface arrangements

Legal Basis: Consent (Enhances user experience)

📢 Marketing Cookies (Opt-in Only)

Used for targeted advertising and marketing communications (disabled by default).

• Email Marketing: Newsletter and promotional emails (explicit opt-in)
• Social Media Integration: Share buttons and social login
• Advertising Analytics: Campaign performance tracking
• Remarketing: Show relevant ads on other websites (with consent)

Legal Basis: Explicit Consent (Opt-in required)

Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We use carefully selected third-party services to provide essential functionality. All third parties are GDPR-compliant and process data under strict privacy agreements.

🔧 Essential Services

• Payment Processing: Secure transaction handling
• Content Delivery: Fast global content delivery
• Email Services: Transactional email delivery
• AI Processing: Voice generation and analysis

📈 Analytics & Monitoring

• Google Analytics: Website performance tracking
• Error Monitoring: Application stability tracking
• Performance Metrics: Service optimization data
• Security Monitoring: Threat detection and prevention

Your Privacy Rights & Controls

Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws, you have comprehensive rights regarding your personal data.

🛠️ Data Management Rights

• Right to Access: Request copy of your data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Delete your personal data
• Right to Portability: Export your data

🎛️ Consent Controls

• Withdraw Consent: Opt-out anytime
• Cookie Settings: Customize tracking preferences
• Marketing Opt-out: Stop promotional emails
• Data Processing Restrictions: Limit how we use your data

⚡ How to Exercise Your Rights

Email Request: han320097@gmail.com with subject "Privacy Rights Request"

Cookie Settings: Use the cookie banner or browser settings

Account Settings: Manage preferences in your user dashboard

Response Time: We respond to all requests within 30 days (GDPR requirement)

Cookie Settings & Browser Controls

🌐 Browser Cookie Controls

Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Firefox: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Edge: Settings → Cookies and permissions

Opera: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Mobile: Browser settings → Privacy controls

⚠️ Important Notice

Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Some features may not work properly without these cookies. Analytics and marketing cookies can be disabled without affecting core functionality.

Data Retention & Security

📅 Retention Periods

• Essential Cookies: Session duration or until logout
• Analytics Data: 24 months maximum
• Preference Settings: Until user deletion or 2 years inactive
• Marketing Data: Until consent withdrawal

🔐 Security Measures

• Encryption: All data encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited employee access on need-to-know basis
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and compliance checks
• Data Anonymization: Personal identifiers removed where possible

Cookie Policy Questions & Updates

Have questions about our cookie policy or want to update your preferences? We're here to help.

Privacy Officer: han320097@gmail.com

Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

Response Time: Within 24-48 hours

Policy Updates: We will notify users via email and website banner when this policy changes. Major changes require renewed consent for non-essential cookies.

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