Welcome to SchoolxGift! This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website: https://schoolxgift.com (“Site”). Our goal is to provide you with a transparent explanation of how and why cookies are used, how they affect your experience, and how you can manage or disable them if you wish.
By continuing to use our Site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy. If you do not agree with our Cookie Policy, you may disable cookies in your browser settings or refrain from using our Site.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. These files contain data that can be used to recognize your device, remember your preferences, or track your activity over time.
Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to improve the user experience, and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies may collect data such as:
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Your IP address
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Browser type and version
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Operating system
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Pages you visited
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Time spent on pages
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Referring website
Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name or email, unless you voluntarily provide that information through other means (such as a form).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use both first-party and third-party cookies on SchoolxGift. Below is an explanation of the main types:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for our website to function. Without these cookies, key services like navigation and page loading wouldn’t work properly.
Examples:
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Remembering login sessions (if any)
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Saving cookie preferences
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Protecting against fraud or unauthorized use
These cookies do not require user consent.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve its performance. They collect aggregated, anonymous data like page visits, bounce rates, and source traffic.
Examples:
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Google Analytics
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Microsoft Clarity
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Hotjar (if applicable)
We use this data to optimize content, understand user behavior, and improve website structure.
c. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our Site to remember your choices and preferences (like language or region), so your experience is more tailored.
Examples:
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Remembering your name if you comment on a post
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Keeping items in a wishlist
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Saving your reading preferences
d. Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver personalized ads or content based on your interests. They may track your visits to different websites and build a profile of your online behavior.
Examples:
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Google AdSense
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Meta Pixel (Facebook)
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Amazon Associates Tracking ID
We may also use cookies that help affiliate partners track sales or commissions if you purchase a product through a link on our website.
3. Why We Use Cookies
At SchoolxGift, we use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
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Ensuring the Site functions properly
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Analyzing traffic patterns and user behavior
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Improving the design, content, and functionality of the Site
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Delivering relevant product recommendations
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Tracking affiliate links and ensuring commissions are registered
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Running advertising campaigns or remarketing efforts
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Remembering your preferences and user settings
Cookies help us make SchoolxGift a more useful and enjoyable experience for you.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services. These third parties may use their cookies to collect data on your browsing behavior across different websites.
Examples of third-party services we may use:
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Google Analytics: to analyze user interactions
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Google Ads / AdSense: to display personalized ads
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Facebook Pixel: to optimize social campaigns
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Amazon Affiliates: to track referral purchases
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YouTube / Vimeo: to embed videos and track interactions
Please note that we do not control the content or behavior of third-party cookies. You can review their respective cookie policies by visiting their websites.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control or disable cookies at any time through your web browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our Site.
Instructions for Managing Cookies by Browser:
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Google Chrome
Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data -
Mozilla Firefox
Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data -
Safari (Mac)
Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data -
Microsoft Edge
Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions -
Mobile Browsers
Settings may vary based on the mobile OS and browser.
You may also consider installing browser extensions like:
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Ghostery
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uBlock Origin
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Privacy Badger
These help monitor and block tracking cookies.
6. Cookie Consent Banner
When you visit our Site for the first time, you may see a cookie consent banner or popup. This is to inform you that cookies are in use and, depending on your region (such as the EU under GDPR), to request your consent for non-essential cookies.
You may choose to:
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Accept all cookies
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Customize cookie preferences
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Reject non-essential cookies
You can always update your preferences later by clearing cookies or accessing a “Cookie Settings” link if we offer it.
7. Duration of Cookies (Session vs. Persistent)
Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
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Session cookies: Temporary, expire when you close your browser
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Persistent cookies: Stay on your device until they expire or are deleted
We use a mix of both to balance functionality and performance.
8. Cookies and Data Protection
Cookies may be considered personal data under some privacy regulations (such as GDPR, CCPA, or PECR) if they are used to identify individuals.
We comply with relevant data protection laws by:
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Not collecting personally identifiable data via cookies without consent
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Not sharing your information with unauthorized third parties
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Only using reputable analytics and advertising partners
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Providing clear opt-out methods
Please read our Privacy Policy for more information on how we handle personal data.
9. Legal Basis for Using Cookies (Under GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for using cookies depends on the type:
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Strictly necessary cookies: Based on our legitimate interest to operate the website
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Analytics, advertising, and functionality cookies: Based on your explicit consent
We store cookie consent records and allow you to update them at any time.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
If the changes are significant, we may also notify you via a banner or email if applicable.
We recommend reviewing this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
📧 Email: [[email protected]]
🌐 Website: https://schoolxgift.com
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
We are committed to ensuring transparency and respecting your privacy choices.
Conclusion
At SchoolxGift, cookies help us create a better, more personalized user experience, while allowing us to offer free, helpful content and earn a small commission through affiliate programs. We take privacy seriously and are committed to using cookies responsibly and in accordance with legal standards.
By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Cookie Policy.
Thank you for being part of our SchoolxGift community!
