Last Updated: March 11, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Crypto Pay Link (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our WordPress-based website and platform (collectively, the “Service”). This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.
By continuing to use our Service, you are agreeing to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be “persistent” or “session” cookies:
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device once you close your web browser.
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixel tags, local storage, and JavaScript (collectively referred to as “cookies” in this policy).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Service:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, account authentication, and remembering your preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Service would not function properly without them.
Examples of essential cookies we use:
- WordPress session cookies
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable us to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you disable these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Examples of functional cookies we use:
- Language preference cookies
- Theme/display preference cookies
- Form completion cookies
- WordPress customization cookies
3.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the way our website works and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Examples of analytics cookies we use:
- Google Analytics cookies
- WordPress Stats cookies
- Performance monitoring cookies
- Heatmap and session recording cookies
3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements based on your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Examples of marketing cookies we use:
- Social media sharing cookies
- Retargeting cookies
- Partner advertising cookies
3.5 WordPress-Specific Cookies
As our website is built on WordPress, we use various WordPress-specific cookies, including:
- WordPress user authentication cookies
- WordPress comment cookies
- WordPress plugin cookies
- WordPress customization cookies
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Payment processors
- WordPress plugin providers
These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our Service and other websites. This information may be used to provide measurement services, target advertisements, or enable certain functionality.
5. Cookie Management
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser and from version to version. You can obtain up-to-date information about blocking and deleting cookies via these links:
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our Service.
5.2 Cookie Consent Tool
We provide a cookie consent management tool when you first visit our website, allowing you to select which categories of cookies you accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
5.3 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Due to the lack of a common understanding of how to interpret these signals, our Service does not currently respond to Do Not Track browser signals.
6. Specific Cookies Used on Crypto Pay Link
The following table lists the specific cookies used on our Service:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Type | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_[hash] | WordPress | Essential | Authentication | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_[hash] | WordPress | Essential | Authentication | Session |
| wordpress_test_cookie | WordPress | Essential | Testing cookie functionality | Session |
| wp-settings-{user_id} | WordPress | Functional | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Analytics | Registers a unique ID for generating statistical data | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Analytics | Registers a unique ID for generating statistical data | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
| metamask.session | MetaMask | Essential | Maintains wallet connection | Session |
| cryptopaylink_currency_preference | Crypto Pay Link | Functional | Stores preferred cryptocurrency | 30 days |
| cryptopaylink_last_network | Crypto Pay Link | Functional | Remembers last used network | 7 days |
| cryptopaylink_login_state | Crypto Pay Link | Essential | Manages login state | Session |
7. Cookies Used in WordPress Comments
If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies. These cookies will last for one year. If you visit our login page, a temporary cookie will be set to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, several cookies will be set to save your login information and screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login will persist for two weeks.
8. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on our Service may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles, etc.) from other websites. Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if you visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
9. Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by placing a prominent notice on our website or by sending you a notification.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
CryptoPayLink
- Email: [email protected]