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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 30, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

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

This Cookie Policy explains how DAKDAN Talent ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our Platform. By using our Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

  • User authentication and security
  • Session management
  • Load balancing
  • Remembering your privacy preferences

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close browser) or up to 1 year

2.2 Performance Cookies (Analytics)

These cookies collect information about how you use the Platform to help us improve its performance and user experience:

  • Pages visited most frequently
  • Time spent on pages
  • Error messages encountered
  • Loading times and performance metrics

Duration: Up to 2 years

Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Remembering your preferences (language, region, theme)
  • Storing your job search filters
  • Recalling items in your saved jobs list
  • Maintaining your notification settings

Duration: Up to 1 year

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness:

  • Tracking which ads you've seen
  • Limiting ad frequency
  • Measuring ad campaign performance
  • Building a profile of your interests

Duration: Up to 13 months

Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag

3. Other Tracking Technologies

3.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)

Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that track when content is viewed. Used for:

  • Email open rates and click-through rates
  • Understanding user behavior across pages
  • Measuring ad impressions

3.2 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally in your browser with no expiration date. We use it for:

  • Storing user preferences
  • Caching data for faster loading
  • Maintaining application state

3.3 Session Storage

Similar to local storage but deleted when the browser tab is closed. Used for temporary data storage during your session.

3.4 Software Development Kits (SDKs)

Third-party software packages that collect data for analytics and functionality. Examples include:

  • Google Analytics SDK
  • Facebook SDK
  • LinkedIn SDK

4. Detailed Cookie List

Cookie NameTypePurposeDuration
session_idEssentialMaintains your login sessionSession
auth_tokenEssentialAuthentication token7 days
csrf_tokenEssentialSecurity protectionSession
cookie_consentEssentialStores your cookie preferences1 year
_gaAnalyticsGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users2 years
_gidAnalyticsGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users24 hours
_gatAnalyticsGoogle Analytics - throttles requests1 minute
user_prefsFunctionalStores user preferences1 year
themeFunctionalDark/light mode preference1 year
_fbpAdvertisingFacebook Pixel - tracks conversions3 months
li_sugrAdvertisingLinkedIn Insight Tag3 months

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit the Platform, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences by category

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Note: Disabling cookies may impact Platform functionality. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.

5.3 Opt-Out of Third-Party Advertising

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies:

5.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not respond to DNT signals at this time but will monitor industry developments.

5.5 Mobile Device Settings

Mobile devices have settings to limit ad tracking:

  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track (toggle off)
  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties include:

6.1 Analytics Providers

  • Google Analytics: Usage statistics and demographics
  • Hotjar: Heatmaps and session recordings

6.2 Advertising Networks

  • Google Ads: Display and search advertising
  • Facebook: Social media advertising
  • LinkedIn: Professional network advertising

6.3 Social Media Plugins

  • LinkedIn Share button
  • Twitter/X Share button
  • Facebook Share button

6.4 Communication Tools

  • Zoom: Video conferencing (embedded interviews)
  • Intercom: Customer support chat

7. How Long Do Cookies Last?

7.1 Session Cookies

Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser. Used for essential functions like maintaining your login during a session.

7.2 Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Duration varies:

  • Short-term: 24 hours to 30 days
  • Medium-term: 1 month to 1 year
  • Long-term: 1 to 2 years (analytics cookies)

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality:

  • Essential Cookies: Cannot be disabled. Platform will not function without them.
  • Performance Cookies: We cannot improve the Platform based on usage data
  • Functional Cookies: Your preferences won't be saved; you'll need to reset them each visit
  • Advertising Cookies: You'll still see ads, but they won't be personalized

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and posting a notice on the Platform.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

DAKDAN Talent

Email: privacy@dakdantalent.com

Cookie Preferences: Update in your account settings

Your Cookie Control

You have full control over non-essential cookies. Update your preferences anytime through your account settings or browser controls.