Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 23rd Oct 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy explains how Freelancesocialmediamanagers ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at freelancesocialmediamanagers.com (the "Website").
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Website.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website operators to make their websites function, work more efficiently, and provide analytical information.
Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, settings, and how you use the website. This helps improve your experience and enables certain features to function properly.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, account authentication, and session management. Without these cookies, the Website cannot function properly, and certain services you have requested cannot be provided.
You cannot opt out of strictly necessary cookies as they are required for the Website to operate. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
3.2 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often, how visitors navigate between pages, and whether visitors encounter error messages. These cookies help us understand how our Website is performing and identify areas for improvement.
The information collected by performance cookies is aggregated and anonymous. It does not identify individual visitors. We use this information solely to improve how our Website works.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable our Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
These cookies remember choices you make, such as your language preference, region, or other customizable elements of the Website. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or using a live chat feature.
If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
3.4 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information about your usage patterns. This information helps us analyze Website traffic, measure the effectiveness of our content, and make informed decisions about Website improvements.
Analytics cookies may track information such as time spent on the Website, pages visited, and the path taken through the Website. The data collected is aggregated and used for statistical purposes.
3.5 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. These cookies may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.
These cookies do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
4. COOKIE DURATION
Cookies can be classified by their duration:
4.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device only until you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate the Website and are deleted automatically when you close your browser.
4.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually. They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits, recognize you when you return to our Website, and enable certain features to function across browsing sessions.
5. FIRST-PARTY AND THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
5.1 First-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by our Website directly. We use first-party cookies to enable essential Website functionality, remember your preferences, and collect analytics data about your use of our Website.
5.2 Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by domains other than our Website. We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device for analytics, functionality, or advertising purposes.
We do not control third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services that may set cookies through our Website.
6. PURPOSES OF COOKIES
We use cookies for the following purposes:
6.1 Essential Website Operations
- Enabling core Website functionality
- Maintaining your session as you navigate the Website
- Authenticating users and preventing fraudulent use of accounts
- Ensuring Website security and integrity
- Load balancing to ensure Website availability
6.2 Performance and Analytics
- Measuring and analyzing Website traffic and usage patterns
- Understanding how visitors find and use our Website
- Identifying technical issues and errors
- Testing new features and functionality
- Generating statistical reports about Website usage
6.3 Functionality and Personalization
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Customizing Website content based on your choices
- Enabling interactive features
- Providing localized content where applicable
6.4 Marketing and Communications
- Delivering relevant advertisements
- Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Limiting the number of times you see an advertisement
- Understanding the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
7. SIMILAR TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies on our Website:
7.1 Pixels and Web Beacons
Pixels (also known as web beacons or clear GIFs) are tiny transparent image files embedded in web pages or emails. They allow us to track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened, and to collect other usage data.
7.2 Local Storage
Local storage technologies, such as HTML5 local storage, allow websites to store data locally on your device. This data persists even after you close your browser and can be used to remember your preferences across sessions.
7.3 Device Fingerprinting
Device fingerprinting involves collecting information about your device configuration to create a unique identifier. This may include information about your browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and installed plugins.
8. HOW TO MANAGE COOKIES
You have several options for managing cookies:
8.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Receive notifications when cookies are being set
Please note that if you block or delete cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
To manage cookies in your browser, please visit the following links for instructions specific to your browser:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09
- Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
- Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/delete-and-manage-cookies-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede5947fc64d
If you use a different browser, please consult your browser's help documentation or the browser developer's website for instructions.
8.2 Opt-Out Tools
Some third-party advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms that allow you to limit the collection and use of your data for targeted advertising. These tools typically use cookies to remember your opt-out preferences.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the following industry opt-out platforms:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): https://optout.aboutads.info/
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC): https://youradchoices.ca/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
8.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out
If you wish to opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
For more information about how Google uses data when you use our Website, please visit:
- Google Privacy & Terms: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- How Google Uses Information: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
8.4 Social Media Platform Advertising Preferences
You can manage your advertising preferences on major social media platforms through the following links:
- Facebook/Meta Ad Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences
- Instagram Ad Preferences: https://help.instagram.com/615366948510230 (managed through Facebook)
- LinkedIn Ad Preferences: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/advertising
- X (Twitter) Personalization and Data: https://twitter.com/settings/account/personalization
- TikTok Personalized Ads: https://support.tiktok.com/en/account-and-privacy/personalized-ads-and-data
- Pinterest Personalization: https://help.pinterest.com/en/article/personalization-and-data
- YouTube/Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/
8.5 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity not be tracked. Our Website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, you can manage tracking through the cookie management options described above.
For more information about "Do Not Track," please visit:
- All About Do Not Track: https://allaboutdnt.com/
8.6 Mobile Devices
Mobile devices may use different identifiers and tracking mechanisms. You can typically manage tracking preferences through your device's privacy settings:
- Apple iOS (iPhone/iPad): https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202074
- Google Android: https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/6048248
You can also reset your mobile advertising identifier or opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings:
- On iOS devices, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
- On Android devices, go to Settings > Privacy > Ads
9. CONSEQUENCES OF DISABLING COOKIES
If you choose to disable or block cookies, you should be aware of the following potential consequences:
- You may not be able to access certain parts of our Website
- Some features and functionality may not work properly
- Your preferences and settings may not be remembered between visits
- You may need to re-enter information on each visit
- The Website may not perform optimally
- You may still see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Website to function. If you block these cookies, the Website may not work correctly.
10. COOKIES AND PERSONAL DATA
Some cookies may collect personal data, such as your IP address or unique identifiers. Where cookies collect personal data, such data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy at freelancesocialmediamanagers.com/privacy-policy.
11. COOKIES ON SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS
Our Services involve managing social media accounts on third-party platforms. Each Social Media Platform has its own cookie policy governing how cookies are used on their platform.
This Cookie Policy applies only to cookies used on our Website (freelancesocialmediamanagers.com). We are not responsible for the cookie practices of Social Media Platforms or other third-party websites.
We encourage you to review the cookie policies of any Social Media Platforms you use:
- Facebook/Meta Cookie Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/
- Instagram Cookie Policy: https://privacycenter.instagram.com/policies/cookies/
- LinkedIn Cookie Policy: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
- X (Twitter) Cookie Policy: https://twitter.com/en/privacy#twitter-cookies-and-similar-technologies
- TikTok Cookie Policy: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/page/row/cookie-policy
- Pinterest Cookie Policy: https://policy.pinterest.com/en/cookies
- YouTube/Google Cookie Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
12. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Website is not directed to children under the age of eighteen (18). We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal data from children.
13. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Cookies may result in the transfer of data to servers located outside your country of residence. Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
For more information about international data transfers, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
14. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors.
When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Your continued use of our Website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
15. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data collected through cookies, including:
- The right to access information about the cookies we use
- The right to request deletion of data collected through cookies
- The right to object to certain types of data processing
- The right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below or adjust your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
For more information about your data protection rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
16. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:
- All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
- Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- Network Advertising Initiative: https://thenai.org/
- Digital Advertising Alliance: https://digitaladvertisingalliance.org/
- Information Commissioner's Office (UK): https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies/
- Personal Data Protection Commission (Singapore): https://www.pdpc.gov.sg/
17. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: freelancesocialmediamanagers.com
We will respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
BY CONTINUING TO USE OUR WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS COOKIE POLICY AND CONSENT TO OUR USE OF COOKIES AS DESCRIBED HEREIN.