Cookie Policy

Last Updated: August 15, 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Income Machinery ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at incomemachinery.com (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies in this way, you should set your browser settings accordingly or not use our Website.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies help us improve your browsing experience in various ways, including:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Keeping you logged in to your account
  • Understanding how you use our Website
  • Personalizing content and advertisements
  • Improving the speed and security of the Website

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Income Machinery) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for different purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the Website functions.

3.2 Performance and 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 structure and content.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as video embeds and live chats. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Expiry Type
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. 24 hours Analytics
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate. 1 minute Analytics
session Income Machinery Maintains user session, stores user preferences and login state. Session Essential
cookie_consent Income Machinery Stores your cookie consent preferences. 1 year Essential

5. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

5.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Website.

5.2 Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings are typically found in the "options" or "preferences" menu of your browser. You can also delete cookies that have already been set.

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our Website, and some services may not function properly.

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Website respects Do Not Track signals, and we do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track browser mechanism is in place.

5.4 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of some third-party cookies through the Network Advertising Initiative's Opt-Out Tool (https://optout.networkadvertising.org/) and the Digital Advertising Alliance's WebChoices Tool (https://optout.aboutads.info/).

6. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the CCPA and CPRA provide you with specific rights regarding your personal information, including information collected through cookies.

Under these laws, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is being collected about you
  • Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information
  • Access your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

7. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, the GDPR gives you certain rights regarding your personal data, including data collected through cookies.

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate personal data
  • Erase your personal data
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your personal data
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. 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. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through a notice on our Website or by other means.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: contact@incomemachinery.com

Address: Income Machinery, 123 Wealth Street, Financial District, CA 94111, USA