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Introduction:

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience, analyze site usage, and provide relevant advertising. This Cookie Policy explains the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and your choices regarding cookie management in accordance with global data protection laws including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, DPDP, PIPL, LGPD, and APPI.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They store information such as preferences, session identifiers, and anonymous usage data to make websites function effectively and provide insights into site performance.

Types of Cookies We Use

Name of Cookie Duration of Cookie Type of Cookie Description Privacy Policy Link
PHPSESSID 30 Mins First Party Cookies This cookie is used by PHP applications to maintain a user’s session state across page requests. It stores a unique session ID for the duration of the user’s visit, enabling the website to remember temporary information such as form inputs or login status.
wpr_guest_token 1 Hour First Party Cookies This cookie is set by the WP Fastest Cache plugin to identify guest (non-logged-in) users and optimize cache delivery. It helps improve website loading speed and performance by ensuring that the correct cached version of pages is shown to visitors without storing any personal data.
cookieConsent 15 Days First Party Cookies This cookie is used to remember a user’s consent preferences regarding the use of cookies on the website. It ensures that the cookie banner or consent popup does not reappear once the user has made their selection, and that the site respects their consent choices.
_GRECAPTCHA 6 Months First Party Cookies This cookie is set up by Google reCAPTCHA to protect the website against spam and abuse. It helps verify that a user is a real person and not a bot when submitting forms or performing certain actions on the site, ensuring website security and integrity. Privacy Policy – Google
htcnxt_cookie 30 Mins First Party Cookies This cookie is used by the HTC NXT website to store user preferences or consent choices related to site functionality or analytics tracking. It helps ensure that the website remembers user selections (such as cookie consent, language, or tracking preferences) and provides a consistent experience during subsequent visits.
fpfid 30 Mins First Party Cookies The ‘fpfid’ cookie is used to store a unique identifier for visitors so that we can measure usage and return visits to our website (analytics). It does not collect personal information and remains on your device for up to one year unless you clear your cookies.
_ga 3 Months Google Analytics Cookies This cookie is set by Google Analytics to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. It helps measure how visitors interact with the website—such as pages viewed, time spent on site, and navigation patterns—to improve website performance and user experience. Privacy Policy – Google
_ga_EXZB8KJGSH 3 Months Google Analytics Cookies This cookie is set by Google Analytics 4 (GA4) as part of the _ga family of cookies. It is used to persist in session state and track user interactions within the website. Specifically, it helps Google Analytics associate multiple page views, events, and sessions with a single user ID, providing insights into how visitors engage with the site. Privacy Policy – Google

How We Use Cookies

  • Essential Cookies:
  • These cookies are always active and essential for the basic operation of the site. They enable core functions such as security, accessibility, and navigation. Without them, the website cannot function properly.

  • Analytics and Performance Cookies:
  • These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site, including pages visited, time spent, clicks and page loading time. They help us understand usage patterns, measure site performance, and continuously improve speed and reliability.

Your Cookie Choices

  • Consent: In compliance with GDPR and DPDP, non-essential cookies are only set after you provide explicit consent via the cookie banner.
  • Opt-Out: Under CCPA/CPRA, users may opt-out of the sale/sharing of their personal information related to cookies.
  • Management: You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent anytime by adjusting your preferences using the cookie settings link on our website or through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.
  • Children’s Privacy: We do not knowingly collect cookie data from children under the age of 18 without parental consent, in line with COPPA and DPDP provisions.

Data Sharing and Transfer

Cookies may involve data processing by third-party service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Google reCAPTCHA) under strict contractual obligations to protect your privacy. International transfers of cookie data comply with legal requirements and safeguards.

Retention Period

Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary based on their specified duration or until you withdraw consent or delete cookies through your browser.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in law or our practices. Please review it regularly to stay informed.

Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact our Data Privacy Officer at privacy@htcinc.com