Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content.

2. How We Use Cookies

MarineJobs uses cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into website usage and performance
  • Marketing Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements and content

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
  • Security cookies to protect against fraud
  • Session cookies to maintain your browsing session

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how our website is used:

  • Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behavior
  • Performance monitoring cookies to identify technical issues
  • User experience cookies to improve site functionality

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

  • Language preference cookies
  • Search history and job preferences
  • Display settings and layout preferences

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us deliver relevant content and advertisements:

  • Social media integration cookies
  • Advertising network cookies
  • Retargeting cookies for personalized ads

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
  • Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn integration
  • Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
  • Advertising Networks: Relevant job advertisements

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period
  • Third-Party Cookies: Duration determined by the third-party service

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
  • Set preferences for different types of cookies

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Customize your preferences
  • Reject non-essential cookies

6.3 Opt-Out Options

For specific third-party services:

  • Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Advertising: Use the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out tool
  • Social Media: Adjust privacy settings on respective platforms

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • You may need to log in repeatedly
  • Some personalized features may not work
  • Website performance may be affected
  • Certain job recommendations may be less relevant

8. 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 any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

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

  • Email: privacy@marinejobs.com
  • Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
  • Address: 123 Maritime Avenue, Port City, PC 12345