Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Vehicle Imagery ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and API service ("Service"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This enables websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Maintain your login session
• Analyze how you use the website
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality and user experience

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies and are covered by this policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication and session management
• Security features and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and website performance
• Remembering your cookie preferences

Legal Basis: These cookies are essential for the Service to work and cannot be disabled. They are necessary for the performance of a contract (providing the Service) and our legitimate interests (security and functionality).

Retention: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (typically expire after 30 days to 1 year).

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization. They allow the Service to:

• Remember your preferences (language, region, display settings)
• Remember information you've entered (form data, search queries)
• Provide enhanced features and personalization
• Remember your account settings and preferences

Legal Basis: These cookies are based on your consent or our legitimate interest in providing an improved user experience.

Retention: Typically 30 days to 1 year, depending on the specific cookie.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They enable us to:

• Count visitors and track page views
• Analyze user behavior and navigation patterns
• Identify popular content and features
• Measure the effectiveness of our Service
• Improve website performance and user experience

Legal Basis: These cookies are based on your consent. We use analytics tools that may include:

• Google Analytics (with IP anonymization)
• Internal analytics and monitoring tools

Retention: Typically 2 years, but may vary by analytics provider.

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. They may:

• Track your visits to our website and other websites
• Build a profile of your interests
• Show you relevant advertisements
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

Legal Basis: These cookies are based on your consent. We currently use minimal marketing cookies, and we respect your privacy preferences.

Retention: Typically 90 days to 1 year, depending on the specific cookie and advertising platform.

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our Service:

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Service are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These third parties may use cookies to:

• Provide services on our behalf (e.g., analytics, payment processing)
• Deliver content and advertisements
• Measure the effectiveness of their services

We do not control these third-party cookies. We recommend that you review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties:

• Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
• Payment Processors: Check the privacy policies of your payment provider

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences by category
• Change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set

Here are links to cookie settings for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Important: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Service, such as logging in or accessing your account.

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-Out
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted, and our Service does not respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

However, you can control tracking through your cookie preferences and browser settings as described above.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the cookies we use. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Cookie Policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address (for significant changes)
• Displaying a notice on our website

Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of the updated Cookie Policy constitutes acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: