Cookie Policy

Introduction to Cookies

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Technology Consortium, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, and how you can control their use.

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.

When you visit our website, we may place cookies on your device. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure access to authenticated areas, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

• Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
• Security cookies: Used to maintain the security of your session.
• Consent cookies: Remember your cookie preferences.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to measure website traffic and usage patterns. This helps us understand how visitors find and use our site.
• Page tracking: Records which pages you visit and for how long.
• Device information: Collects anonymous data about your device type and browser.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and thereby more valuable for publishers and third-party advertisers.

• Google Ads: We use Google Ads to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
• Microsoft Advertising: We use Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) for similar purposes.
• Remarketing: These cookies allow us to show you relevant ads on other platforms based on your visit to our site.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
• Language cookies: Remember your language selection.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on our website. These third parties are responsible for their own cookies and how they handle your data.

FormSubmit

We use FormSubmit (formsubmit.co) to process contact form submissions. FormSubmit may set cookies to prevent spam and ensure form security. For more information, please visit formsubmit.co.

Google Services

We use several Google services that may set cookies:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and user behavior analysis. Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Ads: For advertising and conversion tracking. You can opt out of Google Analytics at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Microsoft Advertising

We use Microsoft Advertising for advertising purposes. Microsoft may set cookies to track conversions and serve relevant ads. For more information, visit privacy.microsoft.com.

How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

Using Our Cookie Settings

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept All: Enable all cookie categories.
• Reject All: Disable all non-essential cookies.
• Customize: Choose which cookie categories to enable or disable.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in our footer or by clearing your browser cookies to trigger the consent banner again.

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can usually find these settings in the "options," "preferences," or "settings" menu of your browser. The following links explain how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

How to Disable Cookies

To disable cookies, you can:

• Use our cookie settings to reject non-essential cookies.
• Configure your browser to reject all cookies or only third-party cookies.
• Delete existing cookies from your browser.
• Use private or incognito browsing mode, which automatically deletes cookies when you close the window.
• Install browser extensions that block cookies and tracking scripts.

Most advertising networks offer ways to opt out of personalized advertising. You can opt out of Google Ads personalization at google.com/settings/ads and Microsoft Advertising at choice.microsoft.com.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, certain features of our website may not function properly. The following may be affected:

• Site functionality: Some features may not work as intended if essential cookies are blocked.
• User experience: Your preferences may not be remembered between visits.
• Form submissions: Contact forms and other interactive features may be affected.
• Analytics: We will not be able to understand how you use our site to make improvements.
• Personalization: Content and ads may not be relevant to your interests.

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function. Disabling other cookies will not prevent you from accessing our website.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

• Company: Technology Consortium, LLC
• Email: admin@tech-consortium.net
• Phone: +1 2073938559
• Address: 10812 Galsworthy Ln, Austin, TX 78739

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this policy.
• Significant changes will be communicated through a notice on our website.
• We may ask you to re-consent to our use of cookies if the changes affect your privacy rights.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.