1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CoinTimes ("CoinTimes", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on https://www.cointimes.com (the "Website").

It explains:

• What cookies are
• The types of cookies we use
• Why we use them
• How you can manage your preferences

This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites to:

• Recognise your device
• Remember preferences
• Improve performance and security
• Measure usage and engagement

Cookies may be:

• First-party cookies — set by CoinTimes
• Third-party cookies — set by external service providers (e.g. analytics or advertising partners)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies to enhance your experience and improve our Services:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly and cannot be disabled.

Purpose:

• Security
• Site functionality
• Core navigation

Examples:

• Session cookies
• Security and authentication tokens

Consent required: No

b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website so we can improve content, structure, and performance.

Purpose:

• Audience measurement
• Site analytics
• Performance optimisation

Examples:

• Google Analytics
• Cloudflare Web Analytics

Data collected:

• Anonymised IP address
• Device and browser information
• Page interactions and session duration

Consent required: Yes (where required by law)

c. Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember user preferences to enhance usability and personalisation.

Purpose:

• Remember language or region settings
• Improve user experience

Consent required: Yes (depending on jurisdiction)

d. Advertising and Measurement Cookies

We may use advertising and measurement cookies to deliver relevant advertising and to understand campaign performance.

Purpose:

• Advertising measurement
• Campaign performance analysis
• Frequency control

Examples:

• Google Ads / AdSense
• Meta (Facebook) Pixel
• X (Twitter) Pixel

Data collected:

• Browsing activity
• Unique identifiers
• Approximate location

Consent required: Yes (explicit consent required in GDPR and similar jurisdictions)

e. Social Media Cookies

These cookies enable content sharing and interaction with social media platforms.

Purpose:

• Enable share buttons
• Measure social engagement

Examples:

• Facebook
• X (Twitter)
• LinkedIn

Consent required: Yes

4. Third-Party Cookies and Services

Some cookies are placed by third-party services integrated into our Website.

We do not control these cookies. They are governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective providers.

Examples include:

• Google Analytics
• Cloudflare
• Google Ads
• Meta Platforms
• LinkedIn

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

• View stored cookies
• Delete cookies
• Block specific sites
• Block all cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

6. Consent Management

For users in jurisdictions governed by the GDPR or similar laws, CoinTimes uses a cookie consent mechanism that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customise cookie preferences

Consent records are stored securely for compliance purposes.

You may change or withdraw consent at any time via the consent banner or by contacting us.

7. Data Retention

Cookie retention periods vary depending on their purpose.

• Session cookies expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies remain for a defined period (typically 6–24 months) unless deleted earlier

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or business practices.

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact: