This Cookie Policy explains how Genix App S.R.L. ("Genix," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at genix.social (the "Website") or use our mobile application ("Genix App"). It provides details on the types of these technologies, the reasons for their use, and your options to manage them. In certain cases, cookies may collect personal information or data that can become personal information when combined with other data.

Data Controller: Genix App S.R.L.

Contact Information: Email: [email protected]

1.UNDERSTANDING COOKIES:

1.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device's hard drive by a web server. These files are uniquely assigned to you and can only be read by the server that issued them. Website owners use cookies to ensure their sites function properly, improve efficiency, and provide useful reporting information.

1.2 Cookies on the Genix Platform:

a)    The Genix platform uses cookies and similar technologies to gather statistical data, including standard internet log details and user behavior information.

b)    Cookies are essential for enhancing your experience on our platform by supporting features like session continuity and remembering preferences such as language and location settings.

1.3 How Cookies Function:

a)    Cookies are automatically collected during your visits to help identify your browser across different pages.

b)    Cookies created by our website do not contain personally identifiable information, ensuring your privacy and security.

c)    While you can choose to decline cookies, doing so may limit your ability to access the full range of features on our platform.

1.4 Utilization of Various Cookies:

Cookies created by the owner of the website, in this case, Genix, are known as "first-party cookies." On the other hand, cookies set by entities other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." These third-party cookies enable the provision of third-party features or functionalities on or through the Genix platform (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics). Entities using these cookies can recognize your device both when you visit our website and when you visit certain other websites. Genix is not responsible for how third parties use cookies, and users should refer to the privacy policies of third parties for specific information about their cookie usage. Following are the different types of Cookies Used on Genix:

a)    Essential Cookies:

These cookies are crucial for the basic functions of the Genix platform. They allow you to navigate and use key features of the platform, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, essential services like user authentication cannot be provided.

b)    Advertising Cookies:

Genix uses advertising cookies to gather data on your visits, such as viewed content, followed links, and browser details. This information may be shared with third parties to deliver targeted advertisements based on your browsing activities. Online data collected via cookies may also be shared with advertising partners to show ads on other websites.

c)    First-Party Analytics Cookies:

These cookies are used to track user behavior and enhance the platform's performance. They help us understand which search terms and pages are most popular. The data collected is used solely for statistical purposes and does not include any marketing targeting. The insights help us improve the browsing experience.

d)    Third-Party Analytics Cookies:

Services like Google Analytics use these cookies to measure how users interact with our content. They track user actions on previous pages and provide valuable insights. Users can opt-out of Google Analytics for increased privacy.

e)    Social and Content Cookies:

These cookies, placed by social media plugins and content enhancement tools, aim to enrich your interaction with Genix. Some third-party services may use these cookies for purposes like behavioral advertising, analytics, and market research. These integrations are designed to improve the overall functionality of the platform.

f)     Session Cookies:

These temporary cookies are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to store temporary information, such as login credentials and items in your shopping cart.

g)    Persistent Cookies:

Unlike session cookies, persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period, even after you close your browser. They help the website recognize you during subsequent visits and remember your preferences or settings.

2. HOW WE USE COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES:

Genix uses cookies and similar technologies for several key purposes:

2.1 Platform Analytics and Improvement:

At Genix, we prioritize enhancing user experience and continuously work on optimizing our platform. Understanding how visitors interact with our website and application is crucial for providing a positive user experience. We utilize cookies from analytics tools such as Google Analytics to collect valuable data on user behavior. This data helps us identify popular features, understand user navigation patterns, and pinpoint areas for improvement. By analyzing this data, we can optimize our platform's functionality and content to better serve your needs.

2.2 Platform Functionality:

Certain cookies are essential for the basic operation of our platform. These cookies enable features like remembering your preferred language settings or maintaining session continuity. Disabling these cookies may hinder your ability to fully utilize the features and functionalities offered on our platform.

2.3 Personalization:

In some instances, we use cookies to personalize your experience on our platform. For example, cookies can help us remember your location and display content relevant to your area.

2.4 Delivering Targeted Advertising:

To provide you with advertisements that are relevant to your interests, Genix uses cookies to collect data about your browsing habits and interactions with our platform. This information helps us understand your preferences and tailor ads to better match your interests. We may also share this data with third-party advertising partners to show you personalized ads on other websites. This ensures that the advertisements you see are more aligned with your interests and behaviors, enhancing your overall user experience.

2.5 Enhancing Security:

To protect our platform and ensure the security of your data, Genix employs cookies to monitor and detect suspicious activities. These cookies help us identify potential security threats, such as unauthorized access attempts or fraudulent behavior. By tracking patterns and analyzing data, we can implement necessary security measures to safeguard your personal information and maintain the integrity of our platform. This proactive approach helps prevent data breaches and ensures a safe environment for all our users.

3. MANAGING YOUR COOKIES:

3.1 Adjusting Browser Settings:

a) Users have the option to adjust their browser settings to reject or delete cookies. This can typically be done through the browser's settings or preferences menu. However, it's important to note that declining or deleting cookies may impact the functionality of the Genix platform. For example, without cookies, you may not be able to save your preferences, access secure areas of the site, or complete transactions seamlessly. Therefore, users should carefully consider the potential effects on their browsing experience before adjusting their cookie settings.

b) While blocking cookies may reduce the amount of data shared with third parties, such as advertising partners, it may not completely prevent data collection. Third-party services may still gather data through other means, such as tracking pixels or server logs.

3.2 Opting Out of Analytics:

If you prefer not to be tracked by Google Analytics, you can opt out by visiting the Google Analytics opt-out page.

3.3 Do Not Track Signals:

Currently, Genix does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals or other mechanisms that allow consumers to opt out of tracking on our website.

4. DATA SECURITY:

4.1 At Genix, we prioritize the security of your data. Information collected through cookies and similar technologies is securely stored on our servers and is used solely for the purposes outlined in this Cookie Policy. We implement stringent security measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments to ensure the highest level of protection for your information.

5. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY:

5.1 The Genix platform is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete such information from our records. Parents or guardians who believe their child may have provided us with personal information are encouraged to contact us so that we can promptly address and remove any data collected.

6. ALTERNATIVE TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES:

6.1 In addition to cookies, Genix may utilize other tracking technologies such as web beacons, also known as "tracking pixels" or "clear gifs." These are small graphic files with unique identifiers that enable us to recognize when someone visits our website or opens an email containing them. Web beacons help us monitor user traffic patterns on our platform, manage cookies, evaluate the effectiveness of online advertisements displayed on third-party sites, enhance site performance, and measure the success of email marketing campaigns. Many of these technologies rely on cookies to function effectively, so if you choose to decline cookies, their functionality may be affected.

7. UPDATES TO THE COOKIE POLICY:

7.1 Genix may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. The date at the bottom of this Cookie Policy indicates the last time it was updated.

8. CONTACT INFORMATION:

8.1 If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact us at [email protected]. We are here to assist you with any queries you may have about our Cookie Policy.