Cookie Policy

Effective Date: July 01, 2024

I. Introduction

This Cookie Policy (“Cookie Policy”) explains how Bucket Funds, its trusted vendors, and Creators (“we”) use cookies and other tracking technologies on the Bucket Funds platform (“Services”). This Policy is incorporated by reference into our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time by posting the revised version on the Services.

II. Use of Tracking Technologies

We utilize various tracking technologies, including cookies and pixels, to understand your interaction with the Services. These technologies collect information about your device and browsing activity to improve and personalize your experience, enhance the security and functionality of the Services, analyze usage trends and user behavior, and deliver targeted advertising (in some cases).

III. Types of Tracking Technologies

• A. Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to remember information about your use of the Services. We use both session cookies (temporary) and persistent cookies (stored until deleted or expiration).
• B. Pixels: Tiny image elements embedded within webpages or emails to track activity, such as clicks or page views.

IV. Information Collected

Tracking technologies typically collect information such as:

• Website domain name
• Unique device identifier
• IP address
• Browsing history
• Website usage statistics (frequency, arrival source, content interaction)
• Personal preferences (where applicable)

V. Data Storage and Use

The information collected by tracking technologies may be linked to your account information (if you are logged in) or used independently. We share this data with trusted vendors and some Creators to achieve the purposes outlined in Section II.

VI. Why Does Bucket Funds Use Tracking Technologies?

A. Purposes of Tracking Technologies

Bucket Funds utilizes tracking technologies to collect and analyze data regarding your interactions with our Services, including projects and website activity. This data is used to:

• 1. Enhance Project Success and Analyze User Behavior: We leverage this data to understand project performance and user behavior patterns, ultimately improving our platform and personalizing your experience.
• 2. Recognize Repeat Visitors: Tracking technologies help us recognize you as a returning user and understand your website usage over time.
• 3. Personalize Your Experience: We may use information obtained from tracking technologies to:
  • Improve the quality of our Services.
  • Enhance your user experience on the website.
  • Recognize you or your preferences automatically.
  • Customize your browsing by presenting projects likely to be relevant to you.
• 4. Analyze Trends and Measure Effectiveness: Tracking technologies also enable us to analyze website traffic trends, user behavior patterns, and the effectiveness of marketing and advertising efforts.

B. Information Sharing with Creators and Vendors

We may share certain data obtained from tracking technologies with our Creators and vendors, including those whose technologies assist us in data collection. When information is provided to our vendors, it may be subject to their own terms and conditions.

C. Examples of Tracking Technologies

For your reference, we have categorized the various tracking technologies Bucket Funds utilizes:

• 1. Essential Tracking Technologies: Essential tracking technologies are critical for the proper functioning of our website and enable you to access its features, such as secure areas. They also contribute to website security and protect your account from unauthorized access.
• 2. Functional Tracking Technologies: Functional tracking technologies enhance website operation and personalization.
• 3. Analytics and Statistics Tracking Technologies: These technologies help us understand how you interact with our website.
• 4. Advertising and Marketing Tracking Technologies: These technologies may be set by us, our Creators, or our advertising and marketing partners. Their potential uses include personalizing advertisements, collecting details about marketing campaigns, and limiting ad frequency.

VII. Your Choices Regarding Tracking Technologies

A. Opting Out of Tracking Technologies

Bucket Funds respects your right to control your data privacy. We provide several methods to manage our use of tracking technologies:

• 1. Initial Consent Banner: In certain jurisdictions, we require your consent before deploying non-essential tracking technologies. Upon your initial visit, a pop-up banner will request your consent. Essential tracking technologies are necessary for website operation and cannot be opted out of.
• 2. Cookie Preferences Tool: We offer a dedicated tool to adjust your preferences regarding tracking technologies at any time.
• 3. Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to disable cookies through their settings. Disabling cookies may limit your ability to fully utilize the Services.
• 4. “Do Not Track” Signals: While some browsers offer “Do Not Track” features, our website is not currently designed to respond to these signals.

VIII. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or our data privacy practices, please contact us at contact@bucketfunds.com.