Cookies Policy
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how OpenZed uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, improve website functionality, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized advertising in compliance with applicable data protection laws and Google Publisher Policies.
This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. Introduction
OpenZed uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Ensure proper website functionality
- Improve performance and usability
- Personalize user experience
- Deliver relevant advertising
- Maintain security and fraud prevention
Where legally required, we obtain your prior consent before activating non-essential cookies.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They enable websites to recognize your device, remember preferences, and collect information about browsing activity.
We may also use:
- Pixels
- Web beacons
- Tags
- Local storage technologies
- Advertising identifiers
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies (set by OpenZed)
- Third-party cookies (set by external providers such as Google)
3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Depending on your location, cookies are processed under the following legal bases:
Under LGPD (Brazil – Law No. 13.709/2018):
- Consent (Art. 7, I) – for non-essential cookies
- Legitimate interest (Art. 7, IX) – for strictly necessary cookies
- Legal obligation (Art. 7, II) – where applicable
Under GDPR (EU):
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
- Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
Under CCPA/CPRA (California):
Users may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Non-essential cookies are only activated after explicit consent where required.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the website.
They enable:
- Secure navigation
- Access to protected areas
- Session management
- Consent tracking
- Fraud prevention
Without these cookies, the website may not function properly.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest.
4.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect aggregated information about how visitors interact with the website, such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent
- Error reports
- Traffic sources
We may use:
Google Analytics
Google Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Analytics Opt-Out:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Legal basis: Consent.
4.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember user preferences, such as:
- Language selection
- Region
- Display settings
They enhance personalization and user experience.
Legal basis: Consent.
4.4 Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to:
- Deliver advertisements relevant to your interests
- Limit ad frequency
- Measure campaign effectiveness
- Enable personalized advertising
We may use:
Google Ads & AdSense:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
Google Ads Settings:
https://adssettings.google.com
Industry opt-out tools:
Network Advertising Initiative:
https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
Digital Advertising Alliance:
https://optout.aboutads.info/
Your Online Choices (EU):
https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
For California residents:
[Insert “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link]
Legal basis: Consent.
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Improve website performance and stability
- Analyze user behavior and engagement
- Personalize content and advertisements
- Maintain security
- Comply with regulatory requirements
6. Managing Cookie Preferences
6.1 Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
You may update your preferences at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in the website footer.
We use consent management tools compatible with:
- Google Consent Mode v2
- IAB Transparency & Consent Framework (where applicable)
6.2 Browser Settings
You may also manage cookies via your browser:
- View and delete cookies
- Block cookies
- Clear cookies when closing the browser
- Configure cookie alerts
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact site functionality.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party providers, including:
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Embedded service providers
These third parties process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We encourage you to review their policies directly.
8. International Data Transfers
Some third-party providers may process data outside your country of residence.
In accordance with:
- LGPD Articles 33–36
- GDPR Chapter V
We implement appropriate safeguards such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Data Processing Agreements
- Technical and organizational security measures
9. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect:
- Legal or regulatory changes
- Updates to Google policies
- Technological developments
- Operational changes
Any updates will be published with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us via:
- Contact Form: https://openzed.com/contact/
ACCEPTANCE
In jurisdictions where consent is required, non-essential cookies will only be activated after you provide explicit consent.
By continuing to use the website after configuring your preferences, you acknowledge your cookie choices.
