Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 07, 2025
We believe in transparency regarding data collection and usage. This policy provides detailed information about cookies and other similar technologies used by We the DOTS Inc. ("DOTS," "we," "us") on our Platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
This policy is an integral part of our
Privacy Policy and should be read together with it.
What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files that are sent to and stored on your device (for example, a computer or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting (in this case, dots.inc).
- Third-party cookies: Some cookies are placed on your device by third parties when you use our Platform. These third parties include our analytics, advertising, and payment service providers (for example, Google, Meta, and Stripe). We do not control the placement or use of these third-party cookies. Their use is governed by their own privacy policies. Use of these third-party cookies may involve transferring your data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), such as the United States. Where such transfers occur, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as the use of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other valid data transfer mechanisms in accordance with the GDPR.
- Session cookies: Relate to a specific visit to our Platform. They store temporary information that allows you to move from page to page without re-entering data. Session cookies expire and are automatically deleted after a short period, for example, when you leave the site or close your web browser.
- Persistent cookies: Store certain information about your browsing preferences, allowing DOTS to recognize you on subsequent visits. Persistent cookies remain on your device until you delete them or until they expire automatically after a certain period.
In general, cookies and similar technologies are useful because they help DOTS function and allow us to tailor the Platform to your interests.
In this policy, when we refer to "cookies," we also mean other similar tracking technologies, such as web beacons (pixels), UTM tags, and social media widgets.
More About Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we use other similar tracking technologies. Below is more detail about what they are and how they work:
- Web Beacons (or "Pixels"): Tiny, invisible graphic files embedded in our web pages or emails. When your browser loads a page containing a pixel, it sends a notification to a server. We plan to use pixels from services such as Facebook and TikTok to understand how users interact with our site after viewing ads, measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and provide targeted advertising.
- UTM Tags: Simple text fragments added to the end of a URL (web address). They help us understand where traffic to our site comes from. For example, if you follow a link to our Platform from our Instagram profile, the URL may contain a UTM tag like ?utm_source=instagram. This does not identify you personally but tells us that our Instagram marketing is working.
- Social Media Widgets: Tools provided by social media companies that we may embed on our Platform, such as "Share" or "Like" buttons. If you interact with these widgets, you send information directly to that third party. The use of your information is governed by their own privacy policies.
Legal Basis and Purposes of Using Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons, detailed below. In certain jurisdictions, such as the European Economic Area, a legal basis is required to use cookies.
- Contractual necessity: For strictly necessary cookies, we rely on our contractual obligations to you under our Terms of Use. Without these cookies, we cannot provide the basic functionality of our Platform.
- Consent: For all other cookies (Analytical, Functional, and Marketing), we rely on your explicit consent, which you provide through our consent management tool. You can withdraw your consent at any time.
Here are the specific purposes for each cookie category:
A. Strictly Necessary (Always Enabled)
These cookies are required for the security and basic functionality of the Platform. They are used for:
- Site security and integrity: To protect against fraud, ensure the safety of our Platform, and maintain the integrity of your transactions.
- Authentication and login: To recognize you when you sign in and keep your session active as you navigate between pages.
- Core functionality: To enable essential features, such as adding items to a virtual cart or processing payments.
B. Analytical and Performance (Requires Your Consent)
These cookies help us understand how our Platform performs and how users interact with it. They are used for:
- Performance analysis: To collect data on site speed and functionality to ensure an optimal experience.
- Usage analytics: To understand which pages are popular, how users move around the site, and to identify and fix errors. This helps us improve our services.
- Experiments: To test new features and changes on the Platform with a limited group of users.
C. Functional (Requires Your Consent)
These cookies allow us to provide a more personalized and enhanced experience. They are used for:
- Remembering your preferences: To remember your choices, such as language, region, or other display settings, so you don't have to set them every time you visit.
- Enhanced functionality: To support optional features that improve your experience on the Platform.
D. Marketing and Advertising (Requires Your Consent)
These cookies are used by us and our partners to show you advertising that is more relevant to you. They are used for:
- Interest-based advertising (Targeting and Retargeting): To show you ads on other websites based on your activity on our Platform.
- Campaign performance measurement: To measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns (for example, to see whether an ad led to a purchase).
- Social media integration: To allow you to share content and interact with social media platforms.
Your Choices: How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here's how you can do that:
A. DOTS Consent Management Tool
The easiest way to manage your preferences is through our consent management tool. When you first visit our Platform, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to set your preferences. You can accept all, reject all non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences by category. You can change your settings at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link at the bottom of our website.
B. Browser Settings
You can set or modify your web browser controls to accept or reject cookies. Please note that if you choose to block or reject cookies, some parts of the Platform may no longer function properly, and your user experience may be affected. Since browser settings vary, you should refer to your browser's help menu for more information. Below are links for popular browsers:
For the Chrome web browser, please visit this page from Google:
https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050For the Internet Explorer web browser, please visit this page from Microsoft:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/278835For any other web browser, please visit your web browser's official web pages.
C. Industry Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from many third-party advertising networks by visiting industry resources such as:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons, without prior notice unless your rights are affected. Please review this policy regularly to stay informed. We will notify users of changes if they materially affect your rights.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@dots.inc.