Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 June 2024 — QORA AI LIMITED
This Cookie Policy explains how QORA AI LIMITED ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at qoraai.codes ("the Website"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we process personal data.
By continuing to use our Website after being presented with this Cookie Policy, you agree to our use of cookies as described herein. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the methods described in Section 6 of this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used by website operators to make websites work, or work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information about the site's performance and the behaviour of its visitors.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, QORA AI LIMITED) are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies". Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the Website, such as analytics, advertising and social media features. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognise your device both when it visits the Website and also when it visits certain other websites.
Cookies are not executable files and cannot carry viruses or install malicious software on your device. They contain only the information described in this policy.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our Website to operate properly, and we refer to these as "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience of browsing our Website. We also use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Website so that we can improve it over time.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management and navigation. Without these cookies, the Website cannot function properly. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law because they are technically necessary.
Examples of strictly necessary cookies we may use include:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They maintain your session state as you navigate between pages.
- Security cookies: Used to support security features, prevent fraudulent use and protect against cross-site request forgery attacks.
- Load balancing cookies: Used to distribute web traffic across servers to ensure stable website performance.
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, including which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use this information to improve the performance of our Website.
We may use analytics cookies provided by third-party services. These services may set cookies on your device to collect information about your use of our Website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on each page, and referring URL. This information is processed in accordance with the privacy policies of the relevant third-party providers.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have incorporated into our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Functional cookies we may use include:
- Preference cookies: Remember your preferences and settings, such as language preferences or display settings.
- Navigation cookies: Remember which pages you have visited to provide a more seamless navigation experience.
3.4 Targeting and Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. We will only place these cookies where you have provided your prior consent.
4. Specific Cookies Used on This Website
The table below sets out the specific cookies that may be placed on your device when you visit qoraai.codes, the party that sets them and their purpose.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _session | qoraai.codes | Maintains user session state during site navigation | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| _csrf | qoraai.codes | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks on forms | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique website visitors for analytics reporting | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Records pages viewed in current session for analytics | 24 hours | Analytics |
| cookie_consent | qoraai.codes | Records your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Functional |
This table reflects our current cookie usage. As our Website evolves, the cookies listed may change. We will update this Cookie Policy accordingly when we make material changes to our cookie practices.
5. Third-Party Services
Our Website may incorporate third-party services and technologies that place their own cookies on your device. These services are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies, and we do not control the cookies they place. The third-party services currently used on our Website include:
5.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyse how users use our Website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the Website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. We have enabled IP anonymisation, which means that Google truncates your IP address before transmission within member states of the European Union or other parties to the Agreement on the European Economic Area. Google will use this information on our behalf for the purpose of evaluating your use of our Website, compiling reports on Website activity and providing other services relating to Website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5.2 Google Maps
Our contact page incorporates an embedded Google Maps iframe to display our office location. When you view this content, Google may set cookies on your device in accordance with its own privacy policy. These cookies are subject to Google's cookie and privacy practices.
5.3 Google Fonts
Our Website uses Google Fonts, a service that serves font files from Google's servers. When your browser requests font files, your IP address and browser information may be transmitted to Google. Please refer to Google's privacy policy for details of how this information is used.
6. Managing and Controlling Cookies
You have several options for managing and controlling cookies on your device. Please note that restricting or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
6.1 Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Preferences" or "Settings" menu of your browser. Browser controls allow you to:
- View cookies that have been set on your device
- Delete all cookies or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers can be found at the following locations:
- Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
- Apple Safari: support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471
- Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
6.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies by visiting the Your Online Choices website at youronlinechoices.eu (for EU/UK residents) or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool at optout.networkadvertising.org.
6.3 Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our Website currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals. We are monitoring developments in this area and will update our practices if a standard approach is established.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law or our business practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy will be revised whenever material changes are made. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
- Company: QORA AI LIMITED
- Address: 15 Water Lane, Cobham, KT11 2PA, United Kingdom
- Email: devops@qoraai.codes
- Telephone: +44 7512 558811