Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences, improving site functionality, and enabling us to understand how our educational content is used.

Cookies typically contain a string of characters that uniquely identifies your browser or device. They may store information about your preferences, login status, or browsing behavior. When you return to our site, your browser sends these cookies back to our servers, allowing us to recognize you and customize your experience accordingly.

HiiCrypto is committed to complying with global data protection regulations. Our cookie practices adhere to the following legal frameworks:

Other Jurisdictions

We also consider privacy laws in other regions including the UK Data Protection Act, Canada's PIPEDA, Australia's Privacy Act, and Singapore's PDPA. Our approach is to apply the highest standard of privacy protection globally, ensuring all users benefit from robust data protection regardless of location.

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, certain services you request cannot be provided:

• Session management and user authentication
• Security features to protect user data and prevent fraudulent activity
• Load balancing to ensure site stability during high traffic
• Basic site functionality and navigation
• Cookie consent storage to remember your preferences

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our educational content, allowing us to improve site performance and user experience. They collect information in an aggregated, anonymous format:

• Analyzing site traffic and usage patterns
• Identifying popular educational content and wallet guides
• Measuring page load times and site performance metrics
• Detecting and reporting errors to improve stability
• Understanding user journeys through our educational materials

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use:

• Remembering your preferences and settings (language, region, display options)
• Personalizing content based on your educational interests
• Enabling interactive features such as search history and bookmarks
• Storing accessibility preferences (font size, contrast settings)
• Remembering progress in educational tutorials or guides

Security Cookies

These specialized cookies help us maintain the security of our platform and your data:

• CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) protection tokens
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse or automated attacks
• Device fingerprinting for fraud detection (non-identifiable)
• Two-factor authentication session management

The following table provides a comprehensive list of cookies used on HiiCrypto. We regularly audit and update this inventory to ensure accuracy and transparency.

Cookie Attributes & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures for all cookies used on our platform:

• HttpOnly Flag: Prevents JavaScript access to sensitive cookies, protecting against XSS attacks
• Secure Flag: Ensures cookies are only transmitted over HTTPS encrypted connections
• SameSite Attribute: Controls cross-site request behavior to prevent CSRF attacks
• Path Restrictions: Limits cookie scope to specific sections of our website
• Domain Restrictions: Ensures cookies are only sent to authorized domains

Cookie Categories Explained

Understanding the different types of cookies helps you make informed decisions about your privacy:

• Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies: Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or are manually deleted
• First-Party vs. Third-Party: First-party cookies are set by the website you're visiting; third-party cookies are set by external services integrated into the site
• Supercookies (We do not use): These are more persistent tracking mechanisms; HiiCrypto explicitly avoids such technologies
• Zombie Cookies (We do not use): Automatically recreated after deletion; we do not employ these techniques

Local Storage & Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies for storing information:

• LocalStorage: Stores data with no expiration date, used for caching educational content preferences
• SessionStorage: Temporary storage that clears when the browser tab closes, used for temporary form data
• IndexedDB: Client-side database for storing larger amounts of structured data, used for offline access to educational materials
• Web Beacons: Tiny graphics used to monitor email engagement (only in newsletters with consent)

Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the following rights regarding cookies and personal data:

• Right to Information: Know what cookies are being used and for what purposes (this policy fulfills this requirement)
• Right to Access: Request copies of data collected about you through cookies
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data stored in cookies
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of cookie data and personal information
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is processed through cookies
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Opt-out of certain cookie usage, particularly for analytics and marketing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time with equal ease to giving consent

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@hiicrypto.online or use the contact form on our website. We will respond to all requests within 30 days as required by law. For California residents, we also honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals automatically detected from your browser settings.

Browser Settings

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

• View and delete cookies stored on your device
• Block all cookies from being set
• Allow cookies only from trusted websites
• Clear all cookies when you close your browser
• Set "Do Not Track" preferences (though not all sites honor this)

How to Manage Cookies by Browser

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data → Choose your preferred level of protection
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage exceptions or clear data
• Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove individual cookies or remove all
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data
• Brave: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data → Block third-party cookies
• Opera: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies → Manage how cookies are handled

Global Privacy Control (GPC)

We respect the Global Privacy Control signal, a universal opt-out mechanism that allows you to set your privacy preferences once in your browser and have them respected across all participating websites. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we automatically opt you out of non-essential cookies and data sharing in accordance with CCPA/CPRA requirements.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our educational platform:

• Essential Cookies: If disabled, you may not be able to log in, access secure areas, or use basic site features
• Functional Cookies: Disabling these means you'll need to re-enter preferences each visit, and features like progress tracking won't work
• Performance Cookies: Disabling these doesn't affect functionality but prevents us from improving our content based on usage patterns

We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled to ensure full access to our educational resources.

Analytics Services

We use privacy-focused analytics services to understand how users interact with our educational content. These services may set their own cookies to collect information about your browsing behavior. We have configured these services to:

• Anonymize IP addresses (last octet removed)
• Disable data sharing with third parties
• Use first-party cookies only (no cross-site tracking)
• Respect "Do Not Track" browser settings

Embedded Content

Some of our educational content may include embedded elements from third-party platforms (such as educational videos, interactive charts, or code examples). These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with embedded content. We carefully select educational partners who:

• Maintain strong privacy policies
• Do not use cookies for advertising purposes
• Allow us to control cookie placement
• Comply with GDPR and CCPA requirements

Content Delivery Networks (CDN)

We use Cloudflare as our CDN to improve site performance and security. Cloudflare sets essential cookies for:

• Bot detection and security screening
• Load balancing and traffic routing
• DDoS protection
• Performance optimization

Our Commitment to Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect cookie data and personal information:

• Encryption: All cookie data is transmitted over TLS 1.3 encrypted connections
• Secure Storage: Cookie values are hashed or encrypted where sensitive
• Regular Audits: Quarterly security audits of cookie implementation
• Access Controls: Strict internal access controls for cookie-related systems
• Incident Response: Documented procedures for handling cookie-related security incidents

Data Minimization

Following privacy-by-design principles, we minimize the data collected through cookies:

• Analytics cookies use anonymous identifiers, not personal information
• We do not link cookie data across different devices without explicit consent
• Retention periods are limited to the minimum necessary for each purpose
• Regular purging of expired or unnecessary cookie data

Cross-Border Data Transfers

If cookie data is transferred outside your jurisdiction (for example, to our CDN servers), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with service providers
• Adequacy decisions for countries recognized by the European Commission
• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with all third-party processors
• Transparency about server locations in our Privacy Policy

Consent Banner Design

When you first visit HiiCrypto, you'll see a cookie consent banner designed with transparency and user control in mind:

• Clear Language: Plain English explanations without legal jargon
• Layered Information: Summary upfront with detailed information one click away
• Granular Control: Ability to accept or reject specific cookie categories
• No Dark Patterns: Equal prominence for accept and reject options
• Easy Access: Consent preferences can be changed anytime via the footer link

Prior Blocking

In compliance with GDPR requirements, we implement "prior blocking" - non-essential cookies are prevented from loading until you provide explicit consent. This means:

• Analytics scripts don't execute until you opt-in
• Third-party resources are held until consent is obtained
• Essential cookies load immediately for basic functionality
• No "soft opt-in" or implied consent mechanisms

Consent Record Keeping

We maintain records of consent for regulatory compliance:

• Timestamp of when consent was given
• Which cookie categories were accepted or rejected
• Version of the cookie policy in effect at the time
• Browser and device type (anonymized)

These records are retained for 2 years to demonstrate compliance if requested by regulators.

As a global educational platform, we comply with multiple regulatory frameworks. Here's how GDPR (European Union) and CCPA/CPRA (California) differ in their approach to cookies:

Review Process

This Cookie Policy is reviewed quarterly and updated as needed to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and best practices. We conduct regular cookie audits to verify that our practices match our disclosures. Any significant changes will be communicated to users through:

• Email notifications to registered users (if applicable)
• Prominent notices on our website
• Updated revision dates in the policy
• Version history documentation (below)

Current Version

This is Version 2.0 of the HiiCrypto Cookie Policy, effective January 15, 2026. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

Contact Information

For questions about our Cookie Policy, to exercise your privacy rights, or to report concerns about our cookie practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@hiicrypto.online
• Data Protection Officer: dpo@hiicrypto.online
• General Inquiries: info@hiicrypto.online
• Physical Address: Available upon request for legal matters

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours and formal data subject requests within 30 days as required by law.

Learn More About Cookies & Privacy

We believe in educating our users about digital privacy. Here are some external resources to learn more:

• All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org - Comprehensive guide to managing cookies
• EDPS Cookie Guidelines: European Data Protection Supervisor's guidelines on cookie consent
• EFF Privacy Guide: Electronic Frontier Foundation's guide to online privacy
• GDPR.eu: Official GDPR resource for understanding EU privacy rights
• California Privacy Agency: Official CCPA/CPRA guidance for California residents

Related HiiCrypto Policies

• Privacy Policy - Our comprehensive privacy practices
• Terms of Service - Rules for using our platform
• Accessibility Statement - Our commitment to inclusive design
• Editorial Policy - How we maintain educational integrity