Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, or items in your shopping cart.

Types of Cookies by Duration

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They enable basic website functionality during your browsing session.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences and actions across multiple visits.

Types of Cookies by Origin

• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by Allan Ventures and used only by our website.
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external service providers (analytics, advertising platforms) that we use to enhance our services.

2. How We Use Cookies

Allan Ventures uses cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

• Secure access to our client portal and protected areas
• Session management and authentication
• Security features and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and website performance optimization
• Remembering form inputs during your session

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Navigation paths and user journey analysis
• Website performance metrics and error tracking
• Device types, browser versions, and screen resolutions
• Geographic location (country/city level only)
• Traffic sources and referral websites

We use services like Google Analytics and similar platforms to collect this information, which helps us improve website functionality and user experience.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced features and personalization:

• Remembering your language and region preferences
• Saving your cookie consent preferences
• Personalizing content based on your interests
• Remembering your login credentials (if opted in)
• Customizing website layout and display settings
• Providing location-based services

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

With your consent, we use marketing cookies to:

• Deliver relevant business content and industry insights
• Track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Display targeted advertisements on third-party platforms
• Measure engagement with our content and services
• Retarget website visitors with relevant consulting services
• Limit the number of times you see an advertisement

We work with third-party advertising networks including Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other professional platforms that may set their own cookies.

2.5 Social Media Cookies

These cookies enable social media features:

• Sharing content on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and other platforms
• Displaying social media feeds and widgets
• Enabling social login functionality
• Tracking social media campaign effectiveness

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the main cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
_session_id	Maintains user session and authentication	Essential	Session
csrf_token	Security protection against cross-site request forgery	Essential	Session
cookie_consent	Stores your cookie preferences	Essential	1 year
_ga	Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors	Analytics	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	Analytics	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics - throttles request rate	Analytics	1 minute
user_prefs	Stores language and display preferences	Functional	1 year
_fbp	Facebook Pixel for advertising and analytics	Marketing	3 months
li_fat_id	LinkedIn advertising and conversion tracking	Marketing	30 days
_gcl_au	Google Ads conversion tracking	Marketing	3 months

4. Third-Party Services and Cookies

We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:

4.1 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
• Hotjar: Heatmaps and user session recordings (anonymized)
• Mixpanel: Product analytics and user engagement tracking

4.2 Marketing and Advertising

• Google Ads: Advertising campaign management and conversion tracking
• LinkedIn Campaign Manager: Professional network advertising
• Facebook Business Manager: Social media advertising and remarketing

4.3 Communication Tools

• Intercom / LiveChat: Customer support chat functionality
• Calendly: Appointment scheduling integration
• Mailchimp / SendGrid: Email marketing campaign tracking

4.4 Business Intelligence Platforms

• Tableau: Data visualization and reporting tools
• Microsoft Power BI: Business analytics dashboards

These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and collect data.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences by category

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View and delete cookies stored on your device
• Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
• Delete cookies automatically when you close your browser

Here are links to cookie management for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
• Opera: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

For mobile devices, you can manage cookies through:

• iOS: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies
• Android: Browser Settings > Privacy > Clear Browsing Data

6. Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies

You can opt out of third-party advertising cookies through these resources:

• Google Ads Settings: Control personalized advertising from Google
• Facebook Ad Preferences: Manage your Facebook advertising preferences
• LinkedIn Ad Settings: Control LinkedIn advertising and data usage
• Network Advertising Initiative: Opt out of multiple ad networks
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Industry opt-out tools for behavioral advertising

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.

Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can control cookie usage through your browser settings and our cookie consent preferences as described above.

8. Cookies and Client Confidentiality

As a professional consulting firm, we take client confidentiality seriously. Our use of cookies is designed to:

• Enhance website functionality without compromising confidential business information
• Provide secure access to client portals and protected resources
• Improve our services while maintaining professional standards
• Comply with data protection regulations and industry best practices

We do not use cookies to collect or share confidential client information, strategic business data, or sensitive consulting deliverables. For comprehensive information about data protection, please review our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and consulting services are intended for business professionals and organizations. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18 years of age through cookies or any other means.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through a banner on our website
• Request renewed consent where required by law

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.