Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 28, 2024

1What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our Services.

We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).

2Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

Functional Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language preferences, to provide enhanced, personalized features.

Analytics Cookies: We use analytics services like Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous data about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior.

Marketing Cookies: These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver relevant advertisements. They may be set by us or our advertising partners.

3Third-Party Cookies

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage tracking
  • Stripe: For payment processing
  • Intercom: For customer support chat
  • LinkedIn: For LinkedIn integration features

These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.

4Managing Cookies

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

Browser Settings: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to cookie management guides for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

5Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we are monitoring developments in this area.

7Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us:

Email: legal@handshake.com

Address: 123 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103