Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Napplied AI ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
1. 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.
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as:
- Setting your privacy preferences
- Logging into your account
- Filling in forms
- Maintaining your session security
Examples: Authentication tokens, session IDs, security tokens
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:
- Remembering your preferences (language, region, job search filters)
- Storing your persona and AI matching preferences
- Remembering your login credentials (with your permission)
- Providing personalized job recommendations
Examples: User preference settings, saved search filters, persona intelligence parameters
2.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously, such as:
- Which pages are visited most frequently
- How users navigate through the platform
- Time spent on different features
- Error messages and performance issues
- Persona intelligence and matching effectiveness
Examples: Google Analytics, custom analytics tools, performance monitoring
2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. They may be set by us or third-party advertising partners, such as:
- Tracking which ads you've seen
- Measuring ad campaign performance
- Showing you relevant job opportunities or employer promotions
- Retargeting campaigns
Examples: Social media pixels, advertising network cookies, retargeting tags
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These include:
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Mixpanel, and similar services to understand usage patterns
- AI Service Providers: Cookies from AI model providers used for persona and matching processing
- Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, and other payment services for secure transaction processing
- Social Media: LinkedIn, Twitter integration cookies for social sharing and OAuth features
- Customer Support: Intercom, Zendesk, and similar tools for providing customer support
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
4. How We Use Cookies for AI Services
Our swarm intelligence and persona features use cookies to:
- Store your job search preferences and filters for personalized recommendations
- Remember your persona intelligence and agent settings
- Track matching accuracy and improve our algorithms
- Maintain context across sessions for better AI understanding of your profile
- Store temporary data for AI processing and matching calculations
This data helps our intelligent agents provide more accurate and relevant matches over time.
5. Cookie Duration
5.1 Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while using the Service.
5.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you delete them. They remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
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 existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.
6.2 Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Service, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept. You can change these preferences at any time through your account settings or by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site.
6.3 Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party cookies, you can opt out through:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out
- Your browser's "Do Not Track" setting
- Third-party opt-out tools (e.g., Network Advertising Initiative, Digital Advertising Alliance)
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Your preferences and persona settings may not be saved
- AI matching and recommendations may be less accurate
- Some features may be unavailable or limited
- Personalized content may not be displayed
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.