Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how NearbyAssist ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. By continuing to use our services, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Authentication: To keep you logged in and verify your identity securely across pages.
• Preferences: To remember your language, theme (light/dark), and location settings so you don't have to re-enter them.
• Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our site so we can improve performance and content.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other security issues.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as authentication, security, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember choices you make (such as language preference or dark mode) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to collect aggregated information about how visitors use our service. This data helps us improve the user experience. Analytics data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally.

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some of our pages may include content or features from third-party services (such as maps, payment processors, or social sharing). These third parties may set their own cookies. We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.
• Opt-out tools: You can opt out of analytics tracking through your account settings.
• Do Not Track: We respect browser "Do Not Track" signals where technically feasible.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes via the service or by email. Continued use of the service after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our Contact Page.