Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how ScamAlert ("we," "our," "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our platform. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or through our cookie consent banner.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used. Cookies can be "session" cookies (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, session management, and security features. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.
- Authentication tokens - Keep you logged in securely
- Session cookies - Maintain your session while browsing
- Security cookies - Help prevent fraud and protect your account
- Cookie consent - Remember your cookie preferences
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies may remember your language preferences, theme settings, and other customizations to improve your experience on the platform.
- Language preferences - Remember your preferred language
- Theme settings - Remember light/dark mode preferences
- Notification preferences - Store your notification settings
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website's performance, content, and user experience.
- Page views - Track which pages are most visited
- Usage patterns - Understand how users navigate the site
- Performance metrics - Monitor page load times and errors
How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. When you first visit our platform, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies or reject non-essential ones.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies for a website. Be aware that if you delete or block cookies, some features of the platform may not work as intended.
To manage cookies in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners to help us analyze site usage, deliver relevant content, and improve our services. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they use the information collected through their cookies. We do not have control over these third-party cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Latest update" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our support page or email us at support@scamalert.com. We are happy to assist you with any concerns regarding your privacy and cookie preferences.
Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie consent banner or your browser settings.