Cookies
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains FASTS3, Inc. (hereinafter FASTS3) use Cookies (as defined below) and similar technologies when you visit our Websites (“Website”). This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and should be read together with it.
This Cookie Policy applies to our Website where we act as a data controller. It does not apply to situations where we act as a data processor or service provider on behalf of our customers in relation to data they submit, manage, or process through our Website.
What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a Website. We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies (collectively referred to as "Cookies" in this policy). These technologies help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide you with a personalized experience
- Analyze how our Website is used
- Improve our Website functionality and security
- Deliver relevant content and communications
Categories of Cookies We Use
We categorize Cookies based on their purpose and function:
1. Essential Cookies
Purpose: Essential for Website functionality and security
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (ensuring Website functionality)
Retention: Session-based or up to 365 days
These Cookies are essential for our Websites to function properly. They enable core features such as:
- User authentication and account access
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and Website stability
- Shopping cart functionality
- Compliance with legal obligations
You cannot opt out of these Cookies as they are necessary for our Website to operate.
2. Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Analyze Website usage and improve performance
Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interests
Retention: Up to 365 days
We use these Cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Websites, including:
- Website traffic analysis and usage patterns
- Performance monitoring and optimization
- Error detection and debugging
- Content effectiveness measurement
3. Personalization Cookies
Purpose: Remember preferences and enhance user experience
Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interests
Retention: Up to 365 days
These Cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience:
- Language and region preferences
- Display settings and customizations
- Previously viewed content
- User interface preferences
4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Purpose: Deliver relevant marketing content and measure campaign effectiveness
Legal Basis: Consent
Retention: Up to 365 days
We use these Cookies to:
- Show you relevant information about FASTS3's products and services
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Deliver targeted advertising based on your interests
- Track conversions and attribution
Our website uses third-party services that may install their own cookies. For example, we use Google Analytics to analyze users' interaction with the web and improve our service. For more information about the privacy policy of these services, we recommend you visit their respective websites.
Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Information We Collect Through Cookies
The Personal Data as defined by applicable law we may collect through Cookies includes:
- Device and Network Information: IP addresses, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers
- Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs, interaction history
- Location Information: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
- Preferences: Language settings, display preferences, previously viewed content
This information may be combined with other personal data we collect directly from you or from third parties, as described in our Privacy Policy.
Your Rights and Choices
Cookie Consent Management
You can manage your preferences and revoke your consent or change your preferences at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to manage cookies to give you more control over your privacy.
Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding Cookies and the personal data they collect:
- Access: Request information about the Cookies we use and the data collected
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data collected through Cookies
- Deletion: Request deletion of Cookie data where permitted by law
- Objection: Object to the use of Cookies for marketing purposes
- Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for non-essential Cookies at any time
- Data Portability: Request your Cookie data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at compliance@fasts3.io
Legal Bases for Cookie Processing
We process personal data through Cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For marketing and non-essential analytics Cookies where required by law
- Legitimate Interests: For essential Website functionality, security, and service improvement
- Contractual Necessity: For Cookies required to provide our Website to you
- Legal Obligation: For Cookies required to comply with applicable laws and regulations
International Data Transfers
Personal Data as defined by applicable law collected through Cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States, where FASTS3 and our service providers operate. We implement appropriate safeguards for these transfers.
For more information about our international transfer safeguards, please contact us at compliance@fasts3.io
Data Retention
We retain Cookie data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Retained for the specified duration of 365 days or until manually deleted
- Analytics Data: Retained according to our data retention policies and legal obligations
If you have questions about data retention periods, please contact us at compliance@fasts3.io
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technological developments.
Contact Information
For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact FASTS3 using the information below:
Email:
Mailing Address:
FastS3, Inc.
16192 Coastal Highway
Lewes, Delaware 19958
United States
