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This Cookie Statement explains how CEO.wiki uses cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies?

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  • Remember your preferences
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  • Analyze site usage
  • Improve functionality

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the site to function:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
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Preference Cookies

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You can disable these cookies, but some features may not work as expected.

Analytics Cookies

Currently not implemented. If added in the future, you will be notified and given opt-out options.

Potential future use:

  • Page view tracking
  • User behavior analysis
  • Performance monitoring

Third-Party Cookies

CEO.wiki does not currently use third-party cookies.

If we add third-party services in the future (such as embedded videos or social media), those services may set their own cookies. We will update this statement accordingly.

Cookie data is used to:

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  • Remember your preferences
  • Prevent abuse and vandalism
  • Improve site performance
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not:

  • Sell cookie data
  • Share data with advertisers
  • Track you across other websites
  • Use cookies for marketing

Your Choices

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  • Block future cookies
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Instructions for popular browsers:

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Note About Blocking

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  • May cause functionality issues

We recommend allowing essential cookies while blocking optional ones if desired.

Cookie expiration times:

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You can manually delete cookies at any time through browser settings.

Mobile Devices

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Mobile apps (if we develop them) will have separate data storage policies.

Changes to This Statement

We may update this Cookie Statement to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookie usage
  • New features or services
  • Legal or regulatory changes
  • User feedback

Changes will be posted with revision date.

For users in the European Union:

  • Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for service)
  • Preference cookies: Consent (implied by continued use)
  • Analytics cookies: Explicit consent (if implemented)

You can withdraw consent by deleting cookies or changing browser settings.

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Last Updated: October 18, 2025