COOKIES POLICY

Last Updated: December 25, 2024

Welcome to EXPECTO.COM (the “Platform” or “Service”), owned and operated by Netwise Group Inc (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a California corporation. This Cookies Policy (“Policy”) describes how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our Platform. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service, which provide further details on how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

By continuing to use our Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Policy, unless you have disabled cookies through your browser or device settings. If you do not agree with our practices, please adjust your cookie settings or discontinue use of the Platform.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit certain websites or use certain online services. They enable website operators (first-party cookies) or third parties (third-party cookies) to recognize your device, store preferences, and gather information about your interactions with the website or service. Similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels, scripts, local storage) can also perform comparable functions.

2. WHY WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies and similar technologies for various purposes, including to:

2.1 Ensure Platform Functionality

- Enable secure logins and basic site features.

- Provide a consistent, stable user experience.

2.2 Personalize & Improve

- Remember your preferences (e.g., language) and settings.

- Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues.

2.3 Analytics & Performance

- Understand how users engage with our Platform (e.g., pages visited, time spent).

- Compile statistics for internal research and to develop new features (including AI-driven enhancements).

2.4 Advertising & Marketing

- Deliver relevant ads and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

- Support retargeting or interest-based advertising (where applicable).

2.5 Security & Fraud Prevention

- Detect unauthorized or malicious activity.

- Protect user accounts and our systems.

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

- Purpose: These cookies are essential to allow you to browse the Platform and use core features (e.g., secure login).

- Examples: Session identifiers, authentication tokens.

- Impact if Disabled: Certain basic features or security measures may not function properly.

3.2 Functionality Cookies

- Purpose: Enhance user experience by remembering preferences and configurations.

- Examples: Language choice, auto-fill forms.

- Impact if Disabled: You may have to re-enter preferences each time you visit.

3.3 Performance/Analytics Cookies

- Purpose: Collect anonymous information about how users interact with the Platform, so we can improve navigation, features, and content.

- Examples: Google Analytics or other analytics providers (tracking page views, session duration). Internal analytics for AI usage metrics.

- Impact if Disabled: We may have less insight into user behavior, which could affect enhancements or troubleshooting efforts.

3.4 Advertising/Targeting Cookies

- Purpose: Track your online activities to deliver relevant ads, measure campaign performance, or enable retargeting.

- Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, or similar ad networks.

- Impact if Disabled: You may still see ads, but they will be less tailored to your interests.

3.5 Third-Party Cookies

- Purpose: Some features on our Platform are provided by third parties (e.g., embedded content, social sharing). These third parties may set their own cookies.

- Examples: Social media plugins (LinkedIn, Instagram), chat widgets, or external service integrations.

- Impact if Disabled: Some third-party functionalities may be limited or unavailable.

4. COOKIES & OUR AI FEATURES We may use cookies or similar technologies to:

- Measure AI feature performance (e.g., usage statistics, conversion rates).

- Identify user sessions to provide personalized AI-driven interactions (e.g., saving AI chat history in your account).

- Analyze aggregated user behavior to refine and improve our AI models.

These cookies generally do not store personally identifiable data unless you choose to provide it. For more details on AI-specific data collection, consult our Privacy Policy.

5. DATA SCRAPING & THIRD-PARTY COLLECTION We may also use data gathered through cookies (combined with publicly available information) to enrich user profiles or identify potential leads. In some cases, this might involve third-party data scraping services that compile publicly accessible information about businesses or individuals. While we strive to ensure compliance and high data quality, we do not control the original data sources. Please see our Privacy Policy for how we incorporate third-party or scraped data.

6. HOW TO MANAGE COOKIES

6.1 Browser Controls Most web browsers allow you to:

- Delete existing cookies.

- Block future cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

- View cookie details (e.g., expiry, domain).

You can find more information on how to manage cookies for popular browsers here:

- Chrome

- Firefox

- Safari

- Edge

6.2 Third-Party Opt-Out If you would like to opt out of targeted advertising, you can do so via:

- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Consumer Opt-Out

- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Consumer Choice

Please note that using these tools does not block cookies outright; rather, it prevents the use of cookie data for targeted advertising.

6.3 Cookie Banners & Consent If you are in a jurisdiction (e.g., EU/EEA) that requires cookie consent, you may see a cookie banner when you first visit our Platform. This banner allows you to accept or manage non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time in your browser settings or via a dedicated cookie settings link (if provided on our Platform).

7. DO NOT TRACK (DNT) SIGNALS Our Platform does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals from web browsers. If you wish to limit tracking, you may disable cookies in your browser settings or use other opt-out methods described above.

8. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIES POLICY We may revise or update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. If we make material changes, we will post a notice on our Platform (or notify you by email) before the new policy takes effect. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Cookies Policy.

9. CONTACT US If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or our broader data handling practices, please contact us at: NETWISE / EXPECTO

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (888)-884-1233

Address: 21781 Ventura Blvd #122A, Los Angeles, CA 91364

You may also refer to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, as well as the general conditions governing the use of our Platform.