Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 20 January 2025
Welcome to beartist.net (“Website”), operated by BServed Best OÜ (Reg. No. 16962592), located at Tööstuse tn 48, 10416, Põhja-Tallinna linnaosa, Tallinn, Harju maakond, Estonia (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how we utilize cookies and similar technologies to provide a secure, efficient, and personalized user experience. By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the practices described herein.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. They often include a unique identifier and enable site operators to remember user actions and preferences. Some cookies are essential for core site functionality, whereas others help with analytics, performance, or tailored content.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We employ cookies for several reasons:
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Website Functionality
- Ensure essential features (e.g., secure logins, session continuity) run smoothly.
- Enable correct navigation across web pages.
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Performance & Analytics
- Collect anonymous data about website usage, helping us identify popular pages or detect performance issues.
- Measure traffic volumes, user interactions, and session durations to improve site reliability and speed.
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Preferences & Customization
- Remember user settings like language selection, theme preferences, or saved login details.
- Offer a more tailored browsing experience based on your previous activity on the Website.
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Advertising & Marketing
- Display relevant ads and promotional content aligned with your interests.
- Limit how many times you see the same advertisement.
- Evaluate ad performance and user response to marketing campaigns.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Below is an overview of the common categories of cookies you may encounter on our Website:
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Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Required for the Website’s essential functions.
- If disabled, certain features may be unavailable.
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Analytics & Performance Cookies
- Collect information on how visitors use our Website (e.g., page visits, error messages).
- Used for improving website navigation, layout, and content relevance.
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Functionality Cookies
- Remember custom settings (e.g., username, language choice).
- Enhance user convenience and streamline repeat visits.
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Advertising & Targeting Cookies
- Track browsing habits to deliver advertising relevant to your interests.
- May be placed by third-party advertisers or ad networks with our permission.
- Help assess the effectiveness of campaigns and promotions.
4. Third-Party Cookies & Tools
We collaborate with third-party service providers and partners who may place their own cookies on your device. These can include:
- Analytics Services (e.g., Google Analytics) for traffic measurement, user trends, and content analysis.
- Social Media Plugins that allow you to share content via social platforms or log in using social accounts.
- Advertising Networks that assist with targeted marketing campaigns and ad performance tracking.
Since these third parties have their own policies, we encourage you to review their cookie and privacy practices directly.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or disable cookies by adjusting your web browser settings. Please note that removing or blocking certain cookies may impact site performance and restrict some functionality.
5.1. Browser Controls
Most browsers offer instructions on how to:
- Block all cookies,
- Accept cookies selectively, or
- Remove existing cookies.
Refer to your browser’s help section or official documentation for specific guidance (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, Opera).
5.2. Cookie Banners & Consent
When you first visit our Website—or if you access it from a device or browser without prior cookie settings—our cookie banner will appear. You can choose to accept or reject certain cookies, subject to the capabilities of our consent management system.
5.3. Opt-Out Options
If you do not wish to receive targeted ads, you can also opt out via relevant industry resources such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) sites, depending on your region.
6. Other Tracking Technologies
Alongside cookies, we may use similar methods (e.g., web beacons, pixel tags, local storage) to:
- Collect usage statistics,
- Monitor user behavior, and
- Deliver specialized features or content.
These technologies are often used in conjunction with cookies to provide a consistent user experience and to analyze how our Services are being accessed or interacted with.
7. External Links
Our Website may link to external sites or services. We are not responsible for the cookie or privacy practices of these external entities. We advise reviewing their respective policies before providing any personal data or consenting to cookies on those third-party sites.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may amend this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our operational practices. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We suggest reviewing this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or wish to learn more about our data practices, please contact us at:
[email protected]
BServed Best OÜ (16962592) Harju maakond, Tallinn, Põhja-Tallinna linnaosa, Tööstuse tn 48, 10416, Estonia
By continuing to use our Website, you confirm that you understand and accept the methods outlined in this Cookie Policy. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or discontinue using our Services.
