TOKEN & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES POLICY

Effective Date: April 2025

Gigevate B.V. (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses tokens and similar tracking technologies (such as local storage, session storage, and server-side identifiers) on our platform. This policy explains how we use these technologies, the purposes for which we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), United Kingdom GDPR (UK GDPR), Privacy Directive, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. WHAT ARE TOKENS AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?

Instead of traditional cookies, Gigevate uses technologies such as:

• Session Tokens: Temporary tokens stored in session memory to authenticate your login and keep you signed in
• Local Storage & Session Storage: Persistent or temporary storage in your browser used to remember settings, preferences, or IDs
• Tracking Identifiers: Internal or third-party tokens to measure usage, security events, or campaign effectiveness

These technologies help us deliver secure, functional, and user-friendly experiences across devices.

2. TYPES OF TOKENS & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES WE USE

2.1 Necessary Tokens

Essential for platform operation and security. Without them, you cannot log in, navigate, or access protected content.

2.2 Functional Tokens

Remember your preferences and settings to improve usability.

2.3 Performance & Analytics Tokens

Collect anonymised data about user behaviour and system performance to understand usage and identify improvements.

2.4 Targeting & Third-Party Technologies

May be set by integrated third parties to measure marketing effectiveness or deliver relevant content.

3. PURPOSE OF TOKENS AND TRACKING

We use tokens and similar technologies to:

• Authenticate users and keep accounts secure
• Save your settings and preferences
• Measure performance and usage patterns
• Support marketing and campaign analytics
• Improve platform reliability and speed

4. USER CONSENT & CONTROL

4.1 Consent on First Visit

On first visit, you will see a banner or modal explaining our use of tracking technologies. You can accept or decline non-essential tracking and adjust preferences via a settings menu. Your choices are stored using tokens or local storage.

4.2 Managing Storage in Your Browser

• Clear Local Storage/Session Storage
• Block Third-Party Requests
• Use Privacy Extensions or Incognito Mode

Disabling some storage types may affect platform functionality.

4.3 Third-Party Opt-Outs

For external services (e.g. Google Analytics, Facebook), manage settings via their respective opt-out tools.

5. INTERNATIONAL COMPLIANCE

5.1 GDPR (EU)

EU users have rights to transparency, consent, access, correction, objection, and deletion of personal data. We follow GDPR-compliant storage and consent procedures.

5.2 UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018

UK users have the same rights under UK GDPR and may lodge complaints with the ICO.

5.3 POPIA (South Africa)

South African users are entitled to notification, correction, deletion, and objection rights under POPIA. We comply with POPIA and offer clear user controls.

5.4 CCPA (California)

California residents have the right to know what tracking data is collected, request deletion, and opt out. Gigevate does not sell personal information.

6. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this policy to reflect changes in tracking practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will:

• Update the “Effective Date” above
• Notify users of significant changes via banner or email

7. CONTACT US

For questions or privacy concerns, please contact:

Gigevate B.V.
Email: gigevate@gmail.com