Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain functionality.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes to cookies.
2. How We Use Cookies
TR Benchmark uses cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience and improve our services.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
- Authentication and security tokens
- Session management for logged-in users
- Form submission and validation
- Load balancing and performance optimization
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Language and region preferences
- User interface customizations
- Remember your login status
- Save your search and filter preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how our website is used:
- Google Analytics for usage statistics
- Page views and user journey tracking
- Performance monitoring and error reporting
- Feature usage analysis
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used for marketing and advertising purposes:
- Remarketing and retargeting campaigns
- Social media integration
- Interest-based advertising
- Conversion tracking
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics and performance tracking | View Policy |
| Firebase | Authentication and database services | View Policy |
| Stripe | Payment processing | View Policy |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by category
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly:
5. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
- Authentication cookies: Valid for the duration of your login session
- Preference cookies: Stored for up to 1 year to remember your settings
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, please note that this may affect your experience on our website:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Your preferences and settings may not be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- You may see less relevant content and advertisements
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: