Cookies Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Task Annotation Inc. ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our platform ("Service"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Authentication Cookies: Keep you logged in and secure your session
• Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
• Load Balancing Cookies: Ensure optimal performance across our servers
• Preference Cookies: Remember your language and display preferences

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
• Internal Analytics: Monitors platform performance and user experience
• Error Tracking: Helps us identify and fix technical issues

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices:

• User Interface Preferences: Dark/light mode, layout preferences
• Task History: Remember your progress on annotation tasks
• Notification Settings: Your communication preferences

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness:

• Retargeting Pixels: Show relevant ads on other websites
• Conversion Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing on social platforms

4. Specific Cookies We Use

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that we use:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website. Google Analytics cookies collect information about your usage patterns, which helps us improve our service.

5.2 Payment Processors

When processing payments, our payment partners (PayPal, Stripe) may set their own cookies for security and fraud prevention.

5.3 Customer Support

Our customer support tools (Intercom, Zendesk) may use cookies to provide better support experiences.

6. How to Manage Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most 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
• Set specific permissions for different websites

6.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Change your preferences at any time

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

Chrome

Go to Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Go to Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Go to Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Go to Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, please note that this may affect your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Disabling these will prevent you from logging in and using core platform features
• Analytics Cookies: We won't be able to improve our service based on usage patterns
• Functional Cookies: You'll need to reset preferences each time you visit
• Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

8. Other Tracking Technologies

8.1 Web Beacons

We may use web beacons (small transparent images) in our emails to track whether you've opened and read our messages.

8.2 Local Storage

We use browser local storage to save your work progress and preferences locally on your device.

8.3 Fingerprinting

We do not use device fingerprinting or other covert tracking methods to identify users.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you through our platform or via email.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Task Annotation Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Cookies Policy Inquiry