UPDATED COOKIES POLICY – TECH ZEALOTS 2025
Last updated: September 24, 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how Tech Zealots (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://tech-zealots.com (the “Website”). This policy describes what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control your preferences.
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 a better user experience. Cookies allow websites to remember your actions, preferences, and login information over a period of time, so you don’t have to keep re-entering them whenever you return to the site or browse from one page to another.
Some cookies also enable us to track and target your interests to enhance your experience on our Website by showing you relevant content and advertisements.
Cookie Categories We Use
We classify cookies into the following categories:
1. Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our Website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest
Consent required: No
Examples: Session cookies, security cookies, website functionality cookies
2. Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and customizing your experience.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
Examples: Preference cookies, language settings, user interface customization
3. Analytics/Performance Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze Website traffic and user behavior.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
Services used:
- Google Analytics 4 (implemented with Google Consent Mode v2)
- Performance monitoring tools
Data collected: Page views, time spent on pages, bounce rate, traffic sources, device and browser information
4. Marketing/Advertising Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
Services used:
- Google AdSense
- DoubleClick advertising cookies
- Affiliate tracking cookies
5. Social Media Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are set by social media platforms (primarily Facebook/Meta) to enable social media functionality such as sharing content and logging in via social media accounts.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
Services used:
- Facebook Like buttons
- Facebook Login functionality
- Social media sharing widgets
Cookies set:
- _fbp (Facebook Pixel cookie, expires after 90 days)
- Social plugin cookies from Facebook/Meta
- Other social media platform cookies as applicable
Data shared: When you interact with social media buttons or plugins, information such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit may be transmitted to the respective social media platforms.
Your Cookie Choices and Consent Management
You have full control over your cookie preferences. You can:
Accept All Cookies
By clicking “Accept All,” you consent to all non-essential cookies being placed on your device.
Reject All Non-Essential Cookies
By clicking “Reject All,” you refuse all non-essential cookies. Only essential cookies necessary for Website functionality will be used.
Customize Cookie Preferences
You can select which categories of cookies to accept or reject by accessing our cookie preference center.
Change Settings at Any Time
You can modify your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Using the cookie preferences widget available on our Website
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Contacting us directly at zealots.tech@gmail.com
Browser Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Get notified when cookies are set
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our Website and limit your user experience.
Third-Party Services and Data Processing
Our Website uses several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
Google Analytics 4
We use Google Analytics 4 with Google Consent Mode v2 to understand how our Website is used. This service respects your consent choices and provides privacy-enhanced analytics when consent is not given.
Data collected: Website usage statistics, user interactions, traffic sources
Data retention: 26 months
Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdSense/DoubleClick
We display advertisements through Google AdSense, which may use cookies to show relevant ads and measure ad performance.
Data collected: Ad interaction data, demographic information, interests
Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Facebook Social Plugins
Our Website includes Facebook Like buttons and may offer Facebook login functionality. These features involve data sharing with Meta (Facebook).
Data collected: Social media interactions, profile information (if you log in)
Privacy policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
Newsletter Services
We may use cookies to manage newsletter subscriptions and track email campaign performance.
Data Retention and Storage
We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type and purpose:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Stored for periods ranging from 30 days to 2 years
- Analytics data: Retained for up to 26 months
- Consent records: Maintained for 5+ years for compliance purposes
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Certified frameworks like the EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
Under GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy laws, you have the following rights:
Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw your consent for cookies at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
Right to Object
You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.
Right to Access
You can request information about the cookies we use and access your consent records.
Right to Rectification
You can request correction of inaccurate information we may hold about your cookie preferences.
Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your cookie data and consent records.
Right to Data Portability
You can request your cookie consent data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to File Complaints
You can lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
Global Privacy Control (GPC) Support
We respect Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals sent by your browser as a valid request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information under applicable privacy laws like the CCPA.
Consent Documentation and Audit Trail
We maintain comprehensive records of your consent choices, including:
- Timestamp of consent/withdrawal
- Categories of cookies accepted/rejected
- IP address and location information
- Browser and device information
- Consent banner version
These records are kept for legal compliance and audit purposes.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting a notice on our Website
- Updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this policy
- Requesting renewed consent where required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, your consent choices, or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
Email: zealots.tech@gmail.com
Website: https://tech-zealots.com
Subject line: “Cookie Policy Inquiry”
For data protection matters, you can also contact your local supervisory authority if you have concerns about our processing of your personal data.
Technical Implementation Notes for Website Administrator:
- Cookie Banner Requirements: Implement a compliant consent management platform (CMP) with equal prominence “Accept All” and “Reject All” buttons
- Prior Consent: Ensure no non-essential cookies load before consent is obtained
- Google Consent Mode v2: Configure Google Analytics and AdSense with consent mode
- Social Media Blocking: Block Facebook social plugins until consent is given
- Consent Records: Implement system to log and store all consent interactions
- GPC Support: Configure website to recognize and honor Global Privacy Control signals
This updated policy addresses all 2025 compliance requirements for GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA/CPRA, and emerging privacy regulations.