Cookies Settings

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login information, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you return to the site or browse from one page to another.

2. How We Use Cookies

Hireo uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Enable essential functionality of our platform
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Authenticate your identity and maintain your session
• Analyze how you use our Service to improve performance
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. These cookies do not store personally identifiable information.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to count visits, identify traffic sources, and understand which pages are most popular.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide other services. These third parties may include:

• Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors use our Service
• Authentication Providers: Enable secure login through third-party services (Google, LinkedIn)
• Payment Processors: Facilitate secure payment transactions
• Cloud Service Providers: Support our infrastructure and services

These third parties may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies, and they are subject to the respective third parties' privacy policies.

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They enable our Service to link your actions during a browser session.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They enable us to remember your preferences and actions across multiple visits.

The retention period for persistent cookies varies:

• Preference cookies: Up to 12 months
• Analytics cookies: Up to 24 months
• Authentication cookies: Until you log out or the session expires

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to instructions for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Note: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly, and your experience may be degraded.

6.2 Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our Service, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change these preferences at any time by visiting this page or clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies through:

• Google Analytics Opt-out
• Your Online Choices (for advertising cookies)
• Digital Advertising Alliance

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie preferences as described in this policy.

8. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices may use different technologies to store and access data, such as device identifiers and local storage. You can manage these through your device settings. Please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for more information.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Settings page from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Settings page, please contact us: