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Cookie Statement

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

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

How CEO.wiki Uses Cookies

CEO.wiki uses cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function:

  • Session cookies - Keep you logged in during your visit
  • Authentication tokens - Verify your identity
  • Security cookies - Prevent fraudulent activity

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience:

  • Preference cookies - Remember your language and display settings
  • Editor preferences - Save your editing preferences
  • Recent changes filters - Remember your filter settings

Analytics (Optional)

Currently, CEO.wiki does not use third-party analytics cookies. Any future analytics will be:

  • Privacy-focused
  • Opt-in only
  • Anonymized
  • Disclosed in updates to this statement

Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
ceowikiUserID User authentication Session Essential
ceowikiUserName Display name Session Essential
ceowikiToken Security token Session Essential
ceowiki_session Session management 30 days Essential
ceowikiLoggedOut Logout state 30 days Functional

Third-Party Cookies

CEO.wiki does not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. External links may set their own cookies, which are governed by their respective privacy policies.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Set cookie preferences per website

To manage CEO.wiki cookie preferences:

  • Logged-in users can adjust settings in Preferences
  • Anonymous users can use browser settings

Disabling Cookies

Note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from:

  • Logging into your account
  • Editing pages
  • Using certain features

Functional cookies can be disabled without affecting basic functionality.

Data Retention

  • Session cookies expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies expire after 30 days of inactivity
  • You can delete cookies at any time through browser settings

Changes to This Statement

We may update this Cookie Statement to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

  • Know what cookies we use
  • Access cookie data
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
  • File complaints with supervisory authorities

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Additional Resources

Last Updated: October 2025