Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how EvalShare uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website and use our services.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Similar Technologies
We also use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Stores data locally in your browser
- Web Beacons: Small graphics used to track user activity
- Pixel Tags: Used to measure email effectiveness
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Operations
- Authenticate users and maintain session security
- Enable core functionality like resume editing and saving
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Process transactions securely
Analytics and Performance
- Understand how users interact with our services
- Measure traffic and usage patterns
- Test different versions of features
- Monitor site performance and errors
Marketing and Advertising
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Measure ad campaign effectiveness
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They are essential for basic functionality like maintaining your login session.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
First-Party Cookies
These are set directly by EvalShare and can only be read by our website.
Third-Party Cookies
These are set by external services we use, such as analytics providers and advertising networks.
Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| evalshare_session | Essential | Session | Maintains user login session |
| evalshare_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Remembers user settings |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics tracking |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics tracking |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party services that may set cookies on your device:
Analytics Providers
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage and traffic patterns
Payment Processors
- Stripe: Processes payment transactions securely
Customer Support
- Intercom/Zendesk: Provides live chat support
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing them.
5. Managing Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies from being set
Browser-Specific Instructions
Opt-Out of Analytics
You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our service may not work properly. You may not be able to:
- Stay logged in to your account
- Save your resume progress
- Complete purchases
- Access certain personalized features
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: pr@evalshare.com
Address: EvalShare Privacy Team
123 Market Street, Suite 456
San Francisco, CA 94105
United States