Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Petazu ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.petazu.com (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

This Cookie Policy complies with:

• The Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China ("PIPL")
• The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 ("CCPA/CPRA")
• Applicable international data protection standards

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status, to enhance your browsing experience.

We also use similar technologies including:

• Pixels and Web Beacons: Small transparent images that track user interactions
• Local Storage: Browser storage that retains data locally on your device
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser

For convenience, all of these technologies are referred to as "cookies" in this Policy.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize our cookies into the following types:

We do NOT currently use advertising or marketing cookies that track you across websites for targeted advertising purposes. We reserve the right to review and update this policy as our practices evolve.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device to help us with:

• Analytics Services: Google Analytics (helps us understand Site usage)
• Payment Processing: Stripe (processes subscription payments)

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them separately. We do not control third-party cookies.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. Used for essential functions.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted. Duration varies from a few days to up to 24 months depending on their purpose.

We do not retain any user identification information beyond what is strictly necessary for the purposes described in this Policy.

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Site, we display a cookie banner that:

• Explains our use of cookies in clear, simple language
• Requests your consent for all non-essential cookies
• Provides options to accept or reject different cookie categories
• Does NOT use pre-checked boxes or assume consent through continued browsing

We do NOT use "Cookie walls" that prevent access to our Site if you decline non-essential cookies. You can use our Site without accepting non-essential cookies, though some features may be limited.

Important: We block all non-essential cookies until you actively grant consent through our banner. Your choice is recorded and respected.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to control cookies:

1. Through Our Cookie Banner

• Accept or reject different categories of cookies
• Change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings"
• Withdraw your consent as easily as you gave it

2. Through Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

3. Through Analytics Opt-Out

• Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

8. Consent Records

We record and store your cookie consent choices for up to 6 months, as recommended by applicable data protection authorities. This record helps us:

• Honor your preferences on return visits
• Demonstrate compliance with legal requirements

You may withdraw or change your consent at any time. If you clear your browser cookies, your consent preferences will be reset and you will be prompted again on your next visit.

9. Do Not Track

Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals from web browsers. However, we do not use tracking technologies for targeted advertising purposes, and we respect your choices made through our cookie consent banner and browser settings. We will review this policy as industry practices evolve.

10. Cookie Choices for California Users

For California residents under the CCPA/CPRA, we provide:

• Clear notice of our data collection practices
• The right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• The right to limit the use of sensitive personal information (we do not collect sensitive data via cookies)

California users can manage their cookie preferences through our cookie banner or by contacting us at [email protected].

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. Your continued use of our Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:

[email protected]