Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Vanguardis AI ("we," "us," or "Company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and trading platform (collectively, the "Service"). Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience and provide personalized content.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They contain information that can be retrieved by the website on subsequent visits. Cookies serve various purposes, including:

• Helping you stay logged in to your account
• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Analyzing how you use the Service
• Personalizing content and recommendations
• Detecting and preventing fraud

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. Without them, you would not be able to:

• Log in to your account
• Use security features like multi-factor authentication
• Execute trades
• Access account settings and preferences

Duration: Session (until you close your browser) or persistent (up to 2 years)

B. Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use the Service, such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Features and tools used most frequently
• Links clicked
• Error messages encountered

This information helps us identify issues and improve performance. We use Google Analytics for this purpose. Duration: Up to 2 years

C. Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your activity to personalize advertising and marketing content. They may be set by:

• Our marketing platforms
• Third-party advertising networks
• Social media platforms

Duration: Up to 18 months

D. Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences, such as:

• Language and currency preferences
• Theme settings (dark mode/light mode)
• Notification preferences
• Chart settings and layout preferences

Duration: Up to 1 year

4. Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use other tracking technologies such as:

• Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Transparent images used to track page visits and email opens
• Local Storage: Browser-based storage similar to cookies for storing larger amounts of data
• Session Storage: Temporary storage for data used during your current session
• Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for your device used to track and analyze behavior

5. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are placed on your device by entities other than Vanguardis AI. We use third-party services that may set cookies, including:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and usage tracking (analytics.google.com)
• Facebook Pixel: Conversion tracking for advertising (facebook.com)
• Hotjar: Session recording and heatmaps (hotjar.com)
• Payment Processors: Transaction and security cookies
• Social Media Platforms: Cookies for social media integration and sharing

6. How to Control Cookies

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge

Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of specific cookies and tracking through:

• Facebook Ads opt-out
• Google Analytics opt-out
• Network Advertising Initiative opt-out

7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for recognizing DNT signals, and Vanguardis AI does not currently respond to or recognize DNT signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings as described above.

8. Cookie Consent

On your first visit to Vanguardis AI, we display a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Access detailed information about each cookie

You can modify your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie management panel.

9. Data Storage Location

Cookie and tracking data may be stored on Vanguardis AI's servers, third-party analytics platforms, or your local device. Data stored on third-party platforms is subject to those platforms' privacy policies and data retention policies.

10. Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Performance cookies: Retained for up to 26 months
• Marketing cookies: Retained for up to 18 months
• Essential cookies: Retained for up to 24 months after last use

11. International Data Transfers

Cookies and tracking data may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of cookie data across borders.

12. Children and Cookies

Vanguardis AI does not knowingly set cookies or collect tracking information from children under 18. If we become aware that a child has provided cookie consent, we will take steps to delete that data.

13. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or as required by law. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

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

Vanguardis AI Privacy Team
Grenzacherstrasse 124
4070 Basel, Switzerland
Email: privacy@vanaguardis-ai.com
Phone: +1 (438) 819-3040