BloxZap Cookie Policy

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

This Cookie Policy explains how BloxZap ("BloxZap," "we," "us," or "our"), uses cookies and similar technologies on our website bloxzap.com (the "Site").

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

2.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website and future peer-to-peer exchange platform.

What We Use:

• Session cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
• Security cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery and attacks
• Load balancing cookies: Distribute website traffic efficiently
• Form cookies: Remember your newsletter subscription preferences

Legal Basis: These cookies are essential for website operation and do not require consent.

Duration: Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Security cookies typically last 24 hours.

2.2 Cookies We Do NOT Currently Use

Analytics Cookies:

• We do not currently use Google Analytics or similar tracking services
• We do not track user behavior across pages
• We do not collect usage statistics via cookies

Marketing/Advertising Cookies:

• We do not use advertising or retargeting cookies
• We do not track users for marketing purposes
• We do not share cookie data with advertisers

Social Media Cookies:

• We do not embed social media widgets
• We do not use social media tracking cookies
• We do not integrate with social platforms for tracking

Trading Analytics Cookies:

• We do not currently track trading preferences
• We do not use financial services cookies
• We do not integrate with other exchanges via cookies

3. FUTURE COOKIE USE

3.1 Planned Analytics

As we develop our peer-to-peer exchange platform, we may implement:

• Website analytics to understand user preferences and trading interests
• Performance monitoring to improve platform speed and reliability
• Error tracking to identify and fix technical issues
• Feature usage tracking to optimize trading functionality

3.2 Trading Platform Cookies

When we launch our P2P exchange, we may use cookies for:

• Trading preferences (favorite cryptocurrencies, order sizes, display settings)
• Session management (maintaining login state during trading sessions)
• Order management (remembering draft orders and trading history)
• Security enhancements (fraud detection and authentication)
• User interface customization (dashboard layouts, chart preferences)

3.3 Compliance and Security Cookies

For regulatory compliance, we may implement:

• Identity verification cookies (KYC process state management)
• AML monitoring cookies (transaction pattern analysis)
• Audit trail cookies (compliance reporting and record-keeping)
• Risk assessment cookies (user behavior analysis for compliance)

3.4 Enhanced Functionality

We may add cookies for:

• Communication preferences (notification settings, alert types)
• Trading partner management (reputation tracking, preferred partners)
• Dispute resolution (case management and communication history)
• Customer support (chat functionality and support ticket tracking)

3.5 Consent Requirement

Any new cookies that are not essential will:

• Require your explicit consent before implementation
• Be clearly explained in plain language
• Provide easy opt-out mechanisms
• Be documented in an updated Cookie Policy
• Allow granular control over different cookie categories

4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

4.1 Current Third-Party Services

Email Service (Brevo):

• May set cookies for email signup forms and newsletter management
• Used only for newsletter subscription functionality
• Subject to Brevo's cookie policy and privacy practices

Website Hosting and Security:

• Hosting provider may set technical cookies for website delivery
• Security services may use cookies for fraud prevention and DDoS protection
• Content delivery networks may set performance optimization cookies

4.2 Future Third-Party Integration

When we launch our exchange platform, we may integrate with:

• Blockchain services - may set cookies for wallet integration and transaction monitoring
• Compliance providers - may set cookies for KYC/AML verification and monitoring
• Security services - may set cookies for fraud detection and user authentication
• Customer support platforms - may set cookies for chat and ticket management
• Analytics providers - may set cookies for platform performance monitoring

4.3 Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Cookies

Future integrations may include:

• Wallet providers - cookies for seamless wallet connectivity
• Lightning Network services - cookies for payment channel management
• Price data providers - cookies for real-time market information
• Reputation systems - cookies for trading partner verification

4.4 Third-Party Cookie Control

We do not control third-party cookies set by:

• External websites you visit before or after ours
• Embedded content from other sites (if we add any in the future)
• Other trading platforms or exchanges you may use
• Cryptocurrency wallets or blockchain services
• Government or regulatory websites

5. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES

5.1 Browser Controls

All Major Browsers Allow You To:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive notifications before cookies are set
• Set cookies to be deleted when you close your browser
• Set different rules for different websites
• View and manage stored cookies

Browser-Specific Instructions:

Chrome:

1. Click Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
2. Choose your preferred cookie settings
3. Manage exceptions for specific sites
4. View and delete individual cookies

Firefox:

1. Click Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
2. Choose your preferred cookie settings
3. Manage exceptions and view stored cookies
4. Clear data for specific sites

Safari:

1. Click Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
2. Choose your preferred cookie settings
3. Manage website data and exceptions
4. Block cross-site tracking

Edge:

1. Click Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
2. Choose your preferred cookie settings
3. Manage site-specific permissions
4. Clear browsing data

5.2 Impact of Blocking Cookies

Essential Cookies:

• Blocking may prevent website functionality
• Newsletter signup may not work properly
• Security features may be reduced
• Session management may be impaired

Future Analytics Cookies:

• Blocking will not affect core website functionality
• We will not be able to improve user experience based on usage data
• No negative impact on your use of our services

Future Trading Cookies:

• May affect trading platform functionality and user experience
• Could impact security and fraud prevention features
• May require re-entering preferences and settings repeatedly
• Could affect order management and trading history access

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

iOS Devices: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security → Prevent Cross-Site Tracking Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data

Android Devices: Browser app → Settings → Site settings → Cookies Chrome app → Settings → Site settings → Cookies Clear browsing data → Cookies and site data

6. COOKIE RETENTION PERIODS

6.1 Session Cookies

• Duration: Until you close your browser
• Purpose: Maintain session state during your visit and trading activities
• Deletion: Automatic when browser is closed

6.2 Persistent Cookies

• Security cookies: 24 hours maximum
• Future preference cookies: Up to 1 year (when implemented)
• Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years (if implemented with consent)
• Trading platform cookies: Up to 2 years (when implemented with consent)
• Compliance cookies: As required by regulatory obligations (typically 5-7 years)

6.3 Automatic Cleanup

We implement automatic cookie cleanup:

• Regular review of cookie necessity and duration
• Automatic deletion of expired cookies
• Periodic cleanup of unnecessary stored data
• User-initiated deletion capabilities (when trading services launch)
• Compliance with data retention policies

7. INTERNATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

7.1 GDPR Compliance (EU/UK)

For EU and UK visitors:

• Essential cookies do not require consent
• Non-essential cookies require explicit consent
• You have the right to withdraw consent at any time
• We provide clear information about all cookie uses
• Cookie consent is separate from other consents
• Granular consent options for different cookie types

7.2 CCPA Compliance (California)

For California residents:

• Cookies may constitute "personal information"
• You have rights regarding cookie-collected data
• We do not sell cookie data to third parties
• You can opt out of any future data sales
• Cookie data is included in privacy rights requests

7.3 Financial Services Regulations

When we launch trading services, cookies may be subject to:

• Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards
• Financial services regulations in various jurisdictions
• Anti-money laundering requirements for transaction monitoring
• Securities regulations for trading platform operations
• Consumer protection laws for financial services

7.4 Other Jurisdictions

We comply with applicable cookie and privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate, including:

• Canada (PIPEDA and provincial privacy laws)
• Australia (Privacy Act and financial services regulations)
• Other countries with data protection and financial services regulations

8. COOKIE NOTICE AND CONSENT

8.1 Current Implementation

Notice Method:

• Information provided in this Cookie Policy
• Reference in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service
• Footer links on every page
• Clear descriptions of cookie purposes

Consent for Essential Cookies:

• Implied consent through continued use
• Essential for website functionality and security
• Cannot be disabled without affecting functionality

8.2 Future Consent Mechanism

When we implement non-essential cookies, we will:

• Display a clear cookie consent banner on first visit
• Explain each type of cookie and its purpose
• Allow granular consent choices for different cookie categories
• Provide easy opt-out options for each cookie type
• Remember your preferences across visits
• Allow you to change your mind at any time

8.3 Trading Platform Consent

For trading-related cookies, we will implement:

• Specialized consent interface for trading platform features
• Clear explanations of how cookies enhance trading functionality
• Optional vs. required cookie categorization
• Performance impact warnings when blocking certain cookies
• Easy access to consent management from trading interface

8.4 Withdrawal of Consent

You can withdraw consent at any time by:

• Changing your browser settings to block cookies
• Contacting us at [email protected] to delete stored data
• Using future cookie preference centers (when available)
• Clearing your browser cookies manually
• Adjusting settings in your trading platform account (when available)

9. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

9.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy when we:

• Implement new types of cookies for trading services
• Change our cookie practices or technologies
• Update technical implementations
• Comply with new legal or regulatory requirements
• Integrate with new third-party services or blockchain technologies

9.2 Notification of Changes

Material Changes:

• Email notification to newsletter subscribers
• Prominent website notice for at least 30 days
• Updated consent mechanisms (if applicable)
• Clear explanation of new cookie types and purposes
• New consent requests for non-essential cookies

Minor Changes:

• Updated "Effective Date"
• Notice in our Privacy Policy
• Summary in next newsletter

9.3 Version History

This Cookie Policy will maintain a version history showing:

• Date of each update
• Summary of changes made
• Links to previous versions (when applicable)
• Reason for changes (new services, legal requirements, etc.)
• Impact on user experience and privacy

10. CONTACT INFORMATION

10.1 Cookie Questions

For questions about our cookie practices:

• Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
• General Legal: [email protected]
• Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

10.2 Technical Issues

For technical problems related to cookies:

• Clear your browser cache and cookies
• Check your browser cookie settings
• Disable browser extensions that might interfere
• Contact us if problems persist
• Check our technical documentation (when available)

10.3 Compliance Questions

For regulatory or compliance-related cookie questions:

• Legal Department: [email protected]

10.4 Complaints

EU/UK Residents: Contact your local data protection authority California Residents: Contact the California Attorney General Other Jurisdictions: Contact the relevant privacy regulator in your country

11. RELATED POLICIES

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside:

• Privacy Policy: How we collect and use your personal information
• Terms of Service: Terms governing your use of our website and trading platform
• Future Trading Terms: Specific terms for peer-to-peer exchange services

All policies are available at: https://bloxzap.com

12. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Cookie Identification

Essential Cookies Currently Used:

• PHPSESSID - Session management (expires when browser closes)
• csrf_token - Security protection (expires in 24 hours)
• lb_session - Load balancing (expires when browser closes)
• newsletter_prefs - Newsletter preferences (expires in 30 days)

Note: Specific cookie names may vary based on our technical implementation.

12.2 Local Storage and Similar Technologies

We may also use:

• Local Storage: For temporary trading data that doesn't need to be sent to servers
• Session Storage: For data that expires when you close the browser tab
• IndexedDB: For larger amounts of structured trading data
• Web Workers: For background processing of trading algorithms
• Service Workers: For offline trading functionality (future implementation)

These technologies are similar to cookies but are not sent to our servers automatically.

12.3 Future Trading Technology

When we launch our P2P exchange, we may use additional technologies:

• WebRTC: For secure peer-to-peer communication between traders
• WebSockets: For real-time trading data and order updates
• Push Notifications: For trading alerts and platform notifications
• WebAuthn: For enhanced security and multi-factor authentication
• Blockchain APIs: For direct interaction with cryptocurrency networks

12.4 Cryptocurrency-Specific Technologies

Our platform may implement:

• Wallet integration APIs: For seamless cryptocurrency wallet connectivity
• Lightning Network protocols: For fast Bitcoin transactions
• Multi-signature technologies: For secure escrow services
• Smart contract interfaces: For automated trading and dispute resolution

13. EFFECTIVE DATE

This Cookie Policy is effective as of August 5, 2025 and supersedes all previous versions.

Version: 1.0
Last Updated: August 5, 2025