Cookie Policy for iCatalyft Effective Date: April 23, 2025
At iCatalyft, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle data through the use of cookies. This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about the cookies we use, the legal basis for their processing under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and how you can control your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and enhance your user experience.
Cookies can be categorized by:
- Duration: Session cookies (expire when browser closes) or persistent cookies (remain until manually deleted or expired).
- Origin: First-party (set by our website) or third-party (set by external services).
- Function: Essential, Functional, Analytical, Advertising.
2. Types of Cookies We Use and Legal Basis
A. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website (e.g., security, page navigation, load balancing) and are always enabled. The legal basis is legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Legal Basis |
| PHPSESSID | Hostinger | Maintains user session state across page requests | Session | Legitimate interest |
| wordpress_logged_in_ | WordPress | Authenticates user when logged in | Session | Legitimate interest |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores admin interface preferences | 1 year | Legitimate interest |
B. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance user experience by remembering preferences and supporting embedded third-party content. Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Legal Basis |
| theme_setting | iCatalyft | Saves light/dark mode preference | 6 months | Consent |
| YTC | YouTube | Supports embedded video playback | 10 minutes | Consent |
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube | Estimates bandwidth and quality preferences | 6 months | Consent |
| PREF | YouTube | Stores user preferences for video playback | 8 months | Consent |
C. Analytical / Performance Cookies
These cookies help us improve the site by collecting anonymous performance and user behavior data. Legal basis: Consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Legal Basis |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting | 2 years | Consent |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks user journey across sessions | 24 hours | Consent |
| _gcl_au | Google Analytics | Measures ad engagement from campaigns | 3 months | Consent |
| hjSession* | Hotjar | Records session data for heatmaps and insights | 30 minutes | Consent |
| _hjIncludedInSessionSample | Hotjar | Indicates user inclusion in sample | 2 minutes | Consent |
| omSeen-* | OptinMonster | Determines if a popup has been shown | 1 year | Legitimate interest |
D. Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies help deliver personalized ads and track ad performance. Legal basis: Consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Legal Basis |
| IDE | Google Ads | Supports interest-based ad delivery | 1 year | Consent |
| fr | Enables retargeting on Meta platforms | 3 months | Consent | |
| bscookie | Ad analytics and retargeting | 2 years | Consent | |
| _fbp | Tracks visits for Facebook Ads | 3 months | Consent | |
| omSeen-* | OptinMonster | Tracks if a user has previously seen a marketing campaign | 1 year | Consent |
| omVisits | OptinMonster | Counts the number of visits to determine if a campaign should be shown | Session | Consent |
| omSessionPageviews | OptinMonster | Tracks pageviews in a session for behavior-based campaigns | Session | Consent |
3. Cookie Consent Tool
We use CookieYes as our cookie consent management platform to comply with GDPR requirements. Upon your first visit, you will see a banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage detailed cookie preferences by category
Consent is recorded and stored securely for audit purposes.
4. Withdrawing or Updating Consent
You can update or withdraw your consent at any time:
- By clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website
- By adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
Please note that some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
5.Third-Party & External Services
We use cookies and tracking technologies from third-party services for analytics, video integration, and advertising. These providers may collect and process data independently. You can manage or opt out of their tracking via the links below.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
- Google Privacy Policy
- Meta (Facebook) Privacy Policy
- LinkedIn Privacy Policy
- YouTube Cookie Policy
- Hotjar Privacy Policy
- OptinMonster Privacy Policy
5. Opt-Out URLs for Ads & Analytics
To limit or opt out of behavioral advertising or tracking:
Google Services
Meta / Facebook Ads
LinkedIn Ads
Hotjar Tracking
6. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Cookie Policy to reflect legal changes or updates to our technology. Any updates will include a revised “Effective Date”.
7. Contact Us
For questions about our cookie practices, reach out to:
- Email: privacy@icatalyft.com
- Address: Revoluční 2137/8b, 110 00 Nové Město, Prague, Czech Republic
By continuing to use our website after seeing the cookie banner, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined above.