Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Jestimate ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

By using our website and services, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored 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.

Cookies can be "session" cookies (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as:

• Authentication Cookies: Remember your login status and session information
• Security Cookies: Protect against fraud and maintain security
• Functionality Cookies: Enable core website features like real-time collaboration
• Load Balancing Cookies: Distribute traffic across our servers

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site:

• Google Analytics: Track website usage and performance metrics
• Error Tracking: Monitor and report website errors and performance issues
• User Experience Metrics: Measure page load times and user interactions

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages:

• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Language Cookies: Store your language preference
• Theme Cookies: Remember your dark/light mode preference
• Feature Cookies: Remember which features you have enabled or disabled

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites:

• Retargeting Cookies: Show you relevant content based on your interests
• Social Media Cookies: Enable social media sharing and integration

4. Specific Cookies We Use

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance your experience. These third parties may also collect information about your use of our website for their own purposes.

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:

• Pages you visit and time spent on each page
• How you reached our website
• Your device and browser information
• General location information (country/city level)

Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.2 Stripe

When you make payments through our website, Stripe may set cookies to process your payment securely and prevent fraud. These cookies are essential for payment processing and are subject to Stripe's Privacy Policy.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

• Delete cookies from your device
• Block cookies from being set
• Set your browser to ask for permission before setting cookies
• Set your browser to delete cookies when you close it

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Learn more about our cookie usage

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

For third-party cookies, you can use the following opt-out tools:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Your Ad Choices
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: Your Online Choices

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you of significant changes through our website or email
• Provide you with the opportunity to review and accept the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us