Cookie Policy

Last updated: 2025-09-24

Cookie Policy for handheld-basic.com

This Cookie Policy explains how handheld-basic.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, which focuses on Global Policy Topics and Governance Structures. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies Used

handheld-basic.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. We may use the following types of cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
  • First-party Cookies: These are set by handheld-basic.com and can only be read by our site.
  • Third-party Cookies: These are set by external services that are used on our site.

Purposes of Cookies

The cookies we use serve various purposes, including:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
  • Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
  • Personalization Cookies: These enable the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.
  • Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests.

How Users Can Control/Opt-Out

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

  • Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. For more information, visit your browser’s help section.
  • Site Banner: Upon your first visit to handheld-basic.com, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
  • Third-party Tools: You can also use third-party tools to manage your cookie preferences, such as Your Online Choices.

Third-party Cookies/Services

handheld-basic.com may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. Examples include:

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. For more information on how Google uses cookies, visit Google’s Cookie Policy.
  • Meta Pixel: This tool helps us measure the effectiveness of our advertising. For more details, visit Facebook’s Cookie Policy.
  • YouTube Embeds: We may embed videos from YouTube, which may set cookies on your device. For more information, visit YouTube’s Privacy Guidelines.

Data Retention & Security

We retain cookies for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through cookies from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Updates to the Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information on our cookie practices.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected].