Bloombrain OU Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1st 2023
This Cookie Policy explains how Bloomcoding.org, operated by Bloombrain OU with a registered address at Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Ahtri tn 12, 10151, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (“Cookies”) on our website in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They typically contain information about your browsing activity on that specific website.
2. Your Rights under GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including information collected through Cookies. These rights include:
2.1. Right to Access:
You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, including the Cookies we use and the data they collect.
2.2. Right to Rectification:
You have the right to request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
2.3. Right to Erasure:
You can request that we delete your personal data, including information collected through Cookies.
2.4. Right to Restriction of Processing:
You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.
2.5. Right to Object:
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data, including the use of Cookies for certain purposes (e.g., targeting advertising).
3. Cookie Categories and Legal Basis
We use several categories of Cookies on our website. Each category has a specific purpose and legal basis for processing data under GDPR. Here’s a breakdown of the categories and their details:
3.1. Essential Cookies
These Cookies are crucial for the basic functionality and security of our website. They allow you to navigate our site and use its features, like accessing secure areas. We do not require your consent for these Cookies as they are necessary for the website to function properly.
| Cookie Key | Domain | Description | Expiration | Legal Basis |
| cf_clearance | .bloomcoding.org | Helps keep our website safe by verifying that visitors are real people, not automated bots. This is a vital security measure. | 1 year | Legitimate Interest |
| network | bloomcoding.org | Protects our site from suspicious activity and potential cyberattacks, ensuring a secure Browse experience for you. | 1 day | Legitimate Interest |
| pressidium_cookie_consent | .bloomcoding.org | Remembers the cookie consent choices you make in this panel, so we don’t have to ask you every time you visit. | 1 year | Legitimate Interest |
3.2. Performance Cookies
These Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. This information allows us to improve the overall user experience and make our site more efficient. We may request your consent for these Cookies.
| Cookie Key | Domain | Description | Expiration | Legal Basis |
| FPGSID | .bloomcoding.org | Helps us understand your journey through our site during a single visit, allowing us to analyze user flow. | 1 year | Consent |
| FPID | .bloomcoding.org | Recognizes you as a returning visitor, which helps us understand how our website performs over time with different users. | 2 years | Consent |
| FPLC | .bloomcoding.org | Ensures we recognize you as the same user when you move between our online services, creating a seamless data story. | 1 day | Consent |
3.3.Functionality Cookies
These Cookies enhance the usability and performance of our website by remembering your preferences and providing additional functionality. We may request your consent for these Cookies.
| Cookie Key | Domain | Description | Expiration | Legal Basis |
| _ga | .bloomcoding.org | A key Google Analytics cookie that helps us count visitors and see how they navigate our website, giving us valuable insights. | 2 years | Consent |
| _ga_VQD1FLWFN5 | .bloomcoding.org | Works with other analytics cookies to gather details about your session, helping us improve the website’s performance. | 2 years | Consent |
3.4.Targeting Cookies
These Cookies are used to track user behavior and deliver personalized advertising. We require your explicit consent for these Cookies.
| Cookie Key | Domain | Description | Expiration | Legal Basis |
| _fbp | .bloomcoding.org | Set by Facebook to show you ads on their platform that are more relevant to your interests after you’ve visited our site. | 3 months | Consent |
| _gcl_au | .bloomcoding.org | A Google cookie that helps us measure how effective our advertising is by tracking the actions you take after seeing an ad. | 3 months | Consent |
| _gtmeec | .bloomcoding.org | Used by our marketing tools to track your interactions, which helps us make our advertising more personalized and effective. | 3 months | Consent |
| _sbp | .bloomcoding.org | Helps us and our partners deliver and measure targeted advertising, working to improve your overall ad experience. | 2 years | Consent |
4.Managing Cookies
You can control cookie settings through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
4.1 Accept all cookies: This is the default setting for most browsers.
4.2 Reject all cookies: This may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
4.3 Choose which cookies to accept or reject: This allows you to customize your cookie preferences.
For more information on how to manage cookies in your browser, please refer to your browser’s help documentation (e.g., for Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/?hl=en).
5.Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email address removed]. We will take steps to delete such information promptly.
6. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new version on our website.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at privacy [at] bloomcoding.org