1. Introduction

Patimalla, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control their use.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
  • First-party cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting
  • Third-party cookies: Cookies set by third parties such as analytics providers

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookiePreferences Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics - maintains session state 2 years

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We do not currently use marketing cookies, but this may change in the future. We will update this policy if we begin using marketing cookies.

4. Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to:

  • Accept All: Accept all cookie types (essential, analytics, and marketing)
  • Reject All: Accept only essential cookies (analytics and marketing cookies will be disabled)
  • Customize: Choose which cookie categories to accept or reject individually

Your preferences are stored for one year, after which you will be asked to consent again.

4.1 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer
  • Clearing your browser's cookies and refreshing the page
  • Using your browser's privacy settings to manage cookies

5. Browser Cookie Controls

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

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies individually or all at once
  • Block cookies from specific sites or all sites
  • Set rules for handling cookies from different sites

Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your experience on our website and other websites you visit.

Browser-Specific Instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our website respects this setting when enabled in your browser.

7. Third-Party Cookies

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

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics (can be disabled through our cookie consent)
  • Google Maps: For displaying our location on the contact page

We do not control third-party cookies. Please review the third party's privacy policy for information about their cookie practices.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our use of cookies or regulatory requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when the most recent changes were made.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Patimalla, Inc.
20638 Marblehead Dr
Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: +1 (763) 501-5874
Email: info@patimalla.com

Your Rights: Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to access, correct, delete, and port your personal data, as well as the right to object to processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@patimalla.com.