Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 05-JUL-2025

Last Updated: 05-JUL-2025

This Cookies Policy explains how Petrotex ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://petrotex.vercel.app ("the Website"). By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for you to navigate the website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas or submitting forms. Without these cookies, some services may not be available.

Example: session management cookies for secure volunteer form submissions.

B. Functional Cookies

These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as name, email, or language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Example: pre-filled fields on form pages like "Become a Member".

C. Analytical / Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Example: page visit count, form submission rates, and error tracking (via Google Analytics or similar).

We ensure that IP addresses are anonymized wherever applicable.

D. Third-Party Cookies (if any)

We may use trusted third-party services (like Google Analytics, Hotjar, or reCAPTCHA) which may set their own cookies for analytics, fraud prevention, or usability testing.

You will be notified of such use, and where required, consent will be obtained.

3. Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Temporary; expire when the browser is closed.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until manually deleted or until they expire.

4. How You Can Control Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may impact your experience and limit some functionalities.

Common Browser Settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy
• Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies and site data

You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies (GDPR Compliance)

Where applicable (e.g., EU users), we rely on:

• Consent for non-essential cookies
• Legitimate interest for essential functionality cookies

A cookie consent banner may be displayed to seek explicit user consent.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or your data: