Cookie Policy – Talent

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how TalentRise (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit https://talent.skitmanna.com/. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. 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 to provide information to website owners. Cookies are not harmful programs — they cannot run code or deliver viruses.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Examples	Duration
Strictly Necessary	Essential for the Platform to function. Required for login sessions, security tokens, and shopping/voting processes.	WordPress session cookies, authentication tokens, CSRF protection	Session / Up to 30 days
Functional	Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience (e.g., dark mode preference, language).	UI preferences, voted-on content markers	Up to 1 year
Analytics	Help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform so we can improve it. Data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.	Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)	Up to 2 years
Advertising	Used by Google AdSense and advertising partners to serve relevant ads and measure ad campaign performance.	Google AdSense (IDE, DSID, _gcl_au), DoubleClick cookies	Up to 13 months
Third-Party / Social	Set by third-party services embedded on the Platform, such as social sharing buttons or embedded video players.	YouTube, Facebook, Twitter sharing widgets	Varies by provider

3. Google AdSense Cookies

We serve advertisements through Google AdSense, which uses cookies to personalise the ads you see. Specifically:

DoubleClick Cookie (IDE): Used by Google to register and report your actions after seeing or clicking on an ad.
Conversion Tracking: Google may use cookies to track whether you complete an action after clicking an ad.
Remarketing: Google may use cookies to show you ads on other websites based on your visit to TalentRise.

You can opt out of Google’s personalised advertising at https://www.google.com/settings/ads.

4. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand Platform traffic and user behaviour. Google Analytics collects data through cookies that report on your interactions without personally identifying you. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. How to Control Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

View cookies currently stored on your device.
Block all or specific cookies.
Delete existing cookies.
Block third-party cookies.

Be aware that blocking cookies may affect Platform functionality, particularly features that require you to be logged in.

5.2 Opt-Out Links

Google Ads personalisation: Google Ad Settings
Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.com

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently alter our data collection practices in response to DNT signals, but we will update this policy if industry standards change.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our data practices. Updated policies will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

8. Contact

Questions about our Cookie Policy? Contact us:
TalentRise | support@skitmanna.com
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