Cookies Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

How We Use Cookies

By default, we do not set cookies. If analytics or marketing are added, they will be opt-in and disclosed here.

Essential Cookies

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

• Session Management: Maintain your session while browsing
• Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
• Authentication: Remember your login status
• Load Balancing: Distribute traffic across servers

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.

• Language Settings: Remember your preferred language
• Theme Preferences: Remember dark/light mode selection
• Display Settings: Remember your display preferences

Types of Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

Cookies set by our domain (orchintel.com):

• ioa_session - Session management
• ioa_preferences - User preferences
• ioa_consent - Cookie consent status

Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

These cookies are deleted when you close your browser:

• Session management cookies
• Security tokens
• Temporary preferences

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period:

• Analytics: Up to 2 years
• Preferences: Up to 1 year
• Marketing: Up to 90 days

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
2. Choose your preferred cookie settings
3. Block or allow cookies for specific sites

Firefox:

1. Go to Options > Privacy & Security
2. Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your settings
3. Manage exceptions for specific sites

Safari:

1. Go to Preferences > Privacy
2. Under Cookies and website data, choose your settings
3. Manage website data

Edge:

1. Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions
2. Under Cookies and site data, choose your settings
3. Block or allow cookies for specific sites

Cookie Consent

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

• Accept All: Accept all cookies
• Reject All: Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize: Choose which types of cookies to allow
• Change Settings: Update your preferences anytime

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of specific tracking:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads: Google Ads Settings
• Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage:

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Data Collected: Page views, user behavior, traffic sources
• Retention: Up to 26 months
• Opt-out: Available through browser settings or Google's opt-out tool

Cloudflare

We use Cloudflare for security and performance:

• Purpose: DDoS protection, caching, and security
• Data Collected: IP addresses, request logs, security events
• Retention: Up to 24 hours for most data
• Opt-out: Not available (essential for service)

Social Media

We integrate with social media platforms:

• Purpose: Social sharing and engagement
• Data Collected: Sharing behavior, social media interactions
• Retention: Varies by platform
• Opt-out: Available through platform settings

Data Protection

Privacy Compliance

Our cookie usage complies with:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
• ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law)

Data Security

• Cookies are encrypted when possible
• Secure transmission over HTTPS
• Regular security audits
• Limited data collection

International Transfers

Some cookies may involve data transfers outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding cookies:

EU Residents (GDPR)

• Right to Information: Know what cookies we use and why
• Right to Consent: Give or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• Right to Access: Request information about cookies we use
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of cookie data

California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to Know: Information about cookies and data collection
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of cookie data
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: help@orchintel.com
• Website: Contact Form

Cookie List

Essential Cookies

Analytics Cookies