1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.
Cookies contain information about your visit to the website, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing behavior. This information helps us improve our services and customize your experience.
1.1 Types of Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period
- First-Party Cookies: Set directly by Features.win
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use
2. How We Use Cookies
Features.win uses cookies for various purposes to enhance your experience and ensure the security of our services:
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
- Authentication and login status
- Security measures and anti-fraud protection
- Session management and user preferences
- Load balancing and performance optimization
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website:
- Visitor statistics and usage patterns
- Page performance and loading times
- Popular features and content
- Error tracking and debugging information
Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- User interface preferences and settings
- Language and region preferences
- Customized content and recommendations
- Feature accessibility and ease of use
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the main cookies used by Features.win:
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| session_token |
User authentication and login status |
Session |
Essential |
| csrf_token |
Cross-site request forgery protection |
Session |
Essential |
| user_preferences |
UI settings and personalization |
30 days |
Functional |
| security_check |
Security validation and fraud prevention |
24 hours |
Essential |
| analytics_visitor |
Anonymous visitor tracking and statistics |
2 years |
Analytics |
| performance_metrics |
Page load times and performance data |
7 days |
Analytics |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from third-party providers that set their own cookies. These include:
4.1 Payment Processors
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud protection
- PayPal: Alternative payment method
- Other Payment Gateways: Additional payment options
4.2 Security Services
- Cloudflare: DDoS protection and content delivery
- Security Scanners: Malware and threat detection
4.3 Analytics and Performance
- Custom Analytics: Our proprietary tracking system
- Performance Monitoring: Server and application performance
Note: Third-party cookies are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Control Options
You have several options for managing cookies on Features.win:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
5.2 Website Settings
You can manage optional cookies through your account preferences:
- Analytics cookies can be disabled in your profile settings
- Functional cookies can be customized per your preferences
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for service functionality
Important Notes
- Disabling essential cookies may prevent proper website functionality
- You may need to log in again if you clear authentication cookies
- Some features may not work correctly without functional cookies
- Blocking all cookies may significantly impact your user experience
6. Cookie Consent and Legal Basis
6.1 Consent Mechanism
When you first visit Features.win, you will be presented with information about our cookie usage. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
6.2 Legal Basis for Processing
Our legal basis for using cookies includes:
- Legitimate Interest: Essential cookies for website functionality and security
- Consent: Optional cookies for analytics and enhanced functionality
- Contract Performance: Cookies necessary for service delivery
- Legal Obligation: Cookies required for compliance with applicable laws
7. Data Protection and Security
7.1 Cookie Security
We implement appropriate security measures for cookies:
- Secure transmission using HTTPS encryption
- HttpOnly flags to prevent client-side script access
- Secure flags for sensitive authentication cookies
- SameSite attributes to prevent cross-site request forgery
7.2 Data Minimization
We follow data minimization principles:
- Collect only necessary information through cookies
- Set appropriate expiration dates
- Regularly review and clean up unnecessary cookies
- Anonymize analytics data where possible
8. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may process cookie data outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
8.1 Data Processing Locations
- Primary servers located in secure data centers
- Content delivery networks for improved performance
- Cloud infrastructure with appropriate privacy protections
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Our cookie practices and technologies
- Legal requirements and regulations
- Third-party services and integrations
- User feedback and service improvements
We will notify you of significant changes through:
- Email notifications to registered users
- Prominent notices on our website
- Updated consent mechanisms where required
10. Related Policies
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our other policies:
12. Additional Information
12.1 Mobile Applications
If you use our mobile applications, similar technologies to cookies may be used for:
- User authentication and session management
- Application performance and crash reporting
- Feature usage analytics and improvements
- Security measures and fraud prevention
12.2 Do Not Track
We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers, as there is no standard interpretation of such signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings and our website preferences.
12.3 Cookie Lifespan
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Short-term cookies: 1-7 days for temporary functionality
- Medium-term cookies: 30-90 days for preferences and settings
- Long-term cookies: Up to 2 years for analytics and security