Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Cow DAO ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at swapfi.org (the "Site"). It describes what cookies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to browse the Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your preferences set via our cookie consent manager.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners insights into how their site is used. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
We classify cookies into the following categories. The table below lists the specific cookies we may set on our Site.
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for basic site functionality, such as navigation, security, and form submissions. These cannot be disabled. | cow_session, csrf_token | Session / 1 day |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting anonymous usage data (pages visited, time on site, clicks). | _ga, _gid, _hjSession | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing | Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. May be set by third-party ad networks. | _fbp, _gcl_au | Up to 90 days |
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following specific purposes:
- Essential Cookies: To enable secure login, maintain session state, and protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. Without these cookies, certain parts of the Site may not function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: To collect aggregated, anonymized data about how users navigate our Site. This helps us improve content, identify popular pages, and optimize the user experience. We use Google Analytics and Hotjar for this purpose.
- Marketing Cookies: To track conversions from our advertising campaigns on platforms like Google Ads and Facebook, and to show you relevant ads based on your browsing behavior. These cookies are only set with your explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are placed by trusted third-party service providers. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies; you should review the privacy and cookie policies of these providers for more information.
- Google Analytics (analytics): collects anonymized usage data. Google's Cookie Policy
- Hotjar (analytics): records user sessions and heatmaps. Hotjar's Cookie Policy
- Google Ads (marketing): conversion tracking and remarketing. Google Ads Data Terms
- Meta (Facebook) (marketing): ad delivery and measurement. Meta Cookie Policy
5. Consent and Cookie Preferences
When you first access our Site, a cookie consent banner appears. You may choose to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences for each category (analytics, marketing). Your choice is stored in a first-party essential cookie so that we remember your preference on subsequent visits. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of every page.
6. How to Control and Delete Cookies
In addition to our cookie consent manager, you can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies entirely. However, please be aware that disabling all cookies (including essential ones) may affect the functionality and performance of our Site.
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
For mobile devices, please refer to your device's help documentation for instructions on managing cookies.
7. Do-Not-Track Signals
Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals from web browsers, as there is no uniform industry standard for interpreting such signals. However, we honor your cookie preferences as set in our consent manager, which provides granular control over tracking technologies.
8. Data Retention
Cookies set by our Site have varying lifespans as indicated in the cookie table above. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for the duration specified or until you manually delete them. We regularly review our cookie inventory and remove obsolete cookies.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. When we make material changes, we will notify you by posting an updated version on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Cow DAO, 350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10118, USA
- Phone: +1 212 739 4820
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader commitment to transparency and data protection. Please also review our Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and Legal Notice for more information about how we handle your data.