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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 30, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Crop Markets ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at crop-markets.com (the "Service"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

By continuing to browse or use our Service, you agree to our use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, you should adjust your browser settings or discontinue using the Service.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period specified in the cookie or until you delete them
  • Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser

Cookies can also be "first-party" or "third-party" cookies:

  • First-Party Cookies: Set by Crop Markets directly
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., analytics providers)

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: Enable core features like user authentication and account access
  • Performance and Analytics: Understand how visitors use our Service to improve it
  • Personalization: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Security: Protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
  • Content Delivery: Track what content you've accessed (for paywall and subscription features)

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly. Without these cookies, certain features would not work.

Examples:

  • Authentication Cookies: Keep you logged in as you navigate the Service
  • Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
  • Session Management: Maintain your session state and preferences during your visit

Duration: Session or persistent (up to 30 days)

Can be disabled: No (required for basic functionality)

4.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Examples:

  • Preference Cookies: Remember your language, region, and display preferences
  • User Interface Cookies: Remember your view preferences (e.g., list vs. grid view)
  • Content Access: Track articles you've read to enforce subscription limits

Duration: Persistent (up to 12 months)

Can be disabled: Yes, but functionality may be limited

4.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Service, allowing us to improve performance and user experience.

Examples:

  • Usage Analytics: Track pages visited, time on site, navigation patterns
  • Performance Monitoring: Identify technical issues and loading times
  • Content Analytics: Measure article popularity and engagement

Duration: Persistent (up to 24 months)

Can be disabled: Yes

4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Currently, we do not use third-party advertising cookies. If we implement advertising in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required by law.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies on your device:

5.1 Firebase (Google)

5.2 Stripe

  • Purpose: Payment processing and fraud prevention
  • Cookies: Security and anti-fraud cookies
  • Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy

5.3 Analytics Providers

  • Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Cookies: Analytics and measurement cookies
  • Data: Aggregated, anonymized usage data

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and handle your data.

6. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

6.1 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage allows us to store data locally in your browser. We use local storage for:

  • Caching data to improve performance
  • Storing user preferences and settings
  • Maintaining application state

6.2 Web Beacons and Pixels

Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included in our emails to track whether messages have been opened and links clicked.

6.3 Server Logs

Our servers automatically record information such as your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps. This information is used for system administration and security purposes.

7. How to Control Cookies

You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • View and delete individual cookies

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of the Service, and you may not be able to access certain features or content.

7.2 Opt-Out of Analytics

You can opt out of analytics tracking by:

  • Using browser extensions that block analytics scripts
  • Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
  • Contacting us to disable analytics cookies for your account

7.3 Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have settings that allow you to control cookies and tracking:

  • iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
  • Android: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked.

Currently, there is no industry consensus on how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Service does not respond to DNT browser signals. We will update this policy if we adopt a DNT standard in the future.

9. Cookie Consent for EU Users

If you are accessing the Service from the European Economic Area (EEA), we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device, in accordance with the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or contacting us at support@crop-markets.com.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. For material changes, we may provide additional notice, such as a banner on our website or email notification.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

11. More Information

For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please see ourPrivacy Policy.

To learn more about cookies in general, you can visit:

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: support@crop-markets.com
  • Website: crop-markets.com/contact

We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.