COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: [15 May 2025]

1. Introduction

At KazakhstanOnline.org, we respect your privacy and are committed to transparency regarding our use of cookies and similar technologies. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies when you visit and use our website, kazakhstanonline.org (the "Website"). By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are used to store information about your browsing activity, preferences, and other data. Similar technologies, such as web beacons and pixels, may also be used to track your browsing activity and are covered by this policy.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the Website cannot operate as intended.
• Performance Cookies (Analytics Cookies): These cookies collect information about how you use the Website, such as the pages you visit, the time you spend on each page, and the links you click. This information helps us to improve the Website's performance, usability, and content. We utilize Google Analytics and potentially other third-party analytics platforms for this purpose.
• Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings, font sizes, and browsing history, to provide a more personalized experience. They are not essential for the Website's operation but enhance its functionality.
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies track your browsing activity across different websites to show you advertisements that may be of interest to you. We may utilize third-party advertising networks for this purpose. Please note that we do not have direct control over the content of these advertisements.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our Website utilizes third-party services that may place cookies on your device. These third parties include:

• Google (Google Analytics, Google Ads): For website analytics, advertising, and content personalization.
• Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, etc.): When you interact with our social media content or share content from our Website.
• Advertising Networks: To display targeted advertisements.
• Other Partners: We may work with other partners who utilize cookies. We will endeavour to inform you when we introduce new third-party cookies.

5. Your Cookie Choices

• Browser Settings: You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
  • Accept all cookies.
  • Block all cookies.
  • Block third-party cookies.
  • Clear cookies.
  • Be prompted before accepting cookies.
  • Please refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions on how to manage cookies.

6. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Cookie Policy on the Website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

KazakhstanOnline.org
[email protected]
Almaty, Kazakhstan

8. DISCLAIMER

• No Guarantee of Cookie Management: While we provide information and instructions regarding cookie management, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information, nor can we control your browser settings. The functionality of cookies is dependent on your browser and operating system.
• Third-Party Responsibilities: We are not responsible for the cookie policies or practices of third-party services or advertisers. You should review their privacy policies directly.
• Website Functionality: Disabling certain cookies may impair the functionality of the Website. We are not liable for any consequences arising from disabling cookies.
• Changes in Technology: Cookie technology is constantly evolving. We endeavor to keep this policy updated, but we cannot guarantee that it will always reflect the latest developments.
• "AS IS" Basis: This Cookie Policy is provided "as is" and without warranty of any kind, express or implied.
• Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, KazakhstanOnline.org and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this Website or this Cookie Policy.