Cookie Policy for The18Steps.com
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
At The18Steps.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, the18steps.com (the “Website”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy is part of our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into how the website is used. We also use similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve comparable purposes.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on the Website:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core features, such as:
- Navigating between pages.
- Accessing secure areas of the Website.
- Remembering your login details.
These cookies do not require your consent and cannot be disabled.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use the Website, such as:
- Which pages you visit most often.
- How long you spend on the Website.
- Any error messages you encounter.
This data helps us improve the Website’s performance and user experience. These cookies are anonymized and do not identify you personally.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences, such as:
- Language or region settings.
- Display preferences (e.g., font size or layout).
These cookies enhance your experience by personalizing the Website.
Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver personalized advertisements. They may:
- Show ads relevant to your interests.
- Limit how often you see the same ad.
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
These cookies may be set by us or third-party advertising partners.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the Website operates effectively and securely.
- Analyze Website usage to improve content, design, and functionality.
- Personalize your experience by remembering your preferences.
- Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their performance.
- Understand user behavior through aggregated and anonymized data.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as:
- Analytics Providers: Tools like Google Analytics help us understand Website usage.
- Advertising Partners: Third parties may place cookies to deliver targeted ads.
- Social Media Platforms: Features like social media sharing buttons may set cookies.
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You can control how cookies are used through the following options:
Cookie Consent
When you first visit the Website, you may see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences (except for essential cookies, which are always active). You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link on the Website.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Delete cookies when you close your browser.
- Receive notifications when cookies are set.
To manage cookies, check your browser’s settings or help section. Note that disabling cookies may affect the Website’s functionality.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising through:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
- Your Online Choices (Europe)
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Because there is no universal standard for DNT signals, our Website does not currently respond to them. You can still manage cookies through the options above.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Please review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@the18steps.com
Thank you for visiting The18Steps.com.