Cookies Policy

Introduction
Cookie Definitions
Types of Cookies We Use
Purposes of Cookie Collection
Consumer Rights Under US Privacy Laws
Opt-Out Options and Controls
Third-Party Cookies and Partners
Children’s Privacy and COPPA Compliance
Contact Information and Compliance
Updates to This Policy

1. INTRODUCTION

RobotMarket USA LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates an e-commerce marketplace platform that connects buyers and sellers of robotic products and related technologies. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and mobile applications (collectively, the “Platform”).

Legal Basis for Processing: This Policy complies with federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), and the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA).

By continuing to use our Platform, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy, unless consent is specifically required by law. You may withdraw or modify consent at any time using the controls described in Section 6.

2. COOKIE DEFINITIONS

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. They recognize your device and store information about preferences, login status, and browsing behavior.

Similar Technologies Covered:

Web beacons / pixel tags
Local storage and session storage
SDKs (software development kits)
Device/browser fingerprinting
Flash cookies
HTML5 storage

Legal Classification:
Under US privacy laws, cookies may be considered “personal information” when they:

Identify or can be associated with an individual
Create profiles of consumer behavior or preferences
Are used for targeted or cross-contextual advertising

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Core functionality, authentication, cart, security, load balancing, compliance
Basis: Legitimate interest
Duration: Session to 1 year

Performance and Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Analyze usage and improve experience
Basis: Legitimate interest, opt-out available
Duration: Up to 2 years

Functional Cookies

Purpose: Remember preferences, customization, viewed products, accessibility
Basis: Legitimate interest, opt-out available
Duration: Session to 2 years

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Purpose: Targeted ads, campaign measurement
Basis: Consent required
Duration: Up to 2 years

Social Media Cookies

Purpose: Integration and sharing
Basis: Consent required
Duration: Varies by provider

4. PURPOSES OF COOKIE COLLECTION

Service provision and operations
Business analytics and insights
Marketing and advertising
Legal compliance and protection

5. CONSUMER RIGHTS UNDER US PRIVACY LAWS

California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know, delete, opt-out, correct, limit, and non-discrimination.
Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut: Similar rights to access, correct, delete, opt-out, and appeal.
FTC Protections: Safeguards against unfair, deceptive, or inadequate practices.

6. OPT-OUT OPTIONS AND CONTROLS

Cookie Preference Center [INSERT LINK]
“Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link [INSERT LINK]
Global Privacy Control signals
Browser settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
Mobile controls (iOS, Android)
Third-party tools (NAI, DAA, Google Ads, Facebook Ads)

7. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES AND PARTNERS

Categories: Analytics providers, advertising networks, social media platforms, payment processors, customer service tools.
Examples: Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Facebook/Meta, PayPal, Stripe, Zendesk, Intercom.
Data Sharing: For joint marketing, analytics, fraud prevention, legal compliance.
Privacy Policies: See Google, Facebook, Adobe, and other partners.

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY AND COPPA COMPLIANCE

Platform not intended for children under 13.
No collection or targeting of under-13 data.
COPPA measures: parental consent, safe harbor, incident response.
Teens (13-17): opt-in consent for ads, limited sharing, simplified controls.
Parents: right to review, delete, or stop collection. Contact: privacy@robotmarket.com

9. CONTACT INFORMATION AND COMPLIANCE

Privacy Officer: RobotMarket USA LLC
Email: privacy@robotmarket.com
Phone: 1-800-XXX-XXXX
Data Protection Officer: dpo@robotmarket.com

Requests may be submitted via form, email, phone, or mail. Verification required. Responses within 45 days (extendable to 90).

10. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Policy due to legal changes, new practices, or user feedback.

Material changes: notice on homepage, email, push notifications, account dashboard.
Minor changes: updated “Last Updated” date and version history.
Continued use of the Platform after updates = acceptance of revised terms.