Cookie Policy

1What Are Cookies?

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

Similar technologies: We also use web beacons, pixels, and local storage for similar purposes.

2Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Make our website function properly
• Remember your preferences
• Understand how visitors use our site
• Improve your experience
• Deliver relevant marketing

3Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They enable basic functions like page navigation, form submission, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without them.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |

|--------|---------|----------|

| session_id | Maintains your session | Session |

| csrf_token | Prevents cross‑site request forgery | Session |

| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this data to improve our content and user experience.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |

|--------|---------|----------|

| _ga | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | 2 years |

| _gid | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | 24 hours |

| _gat | Google Analytics – throttles request rate | 1 minute |

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising. They may be set by our advertising partners.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |

|--------|---------|----------|

| _fbp | Facebook – ad delivery | 3 months |

| li_sugr | LinkedIn – ad analytics | 90 days |

| IDE | Google/DoubleClick – ad personalization | 13 months |

3.4 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices (e.g., language, region) to provide a personalized experience.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |

|--------|---------|----------|

| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |

4Third‑Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third‑party services that appear on our pages:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics (see [Google's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy))
• HubSpot: Marketing automation and CRM (see [HubSpot's Cookie Policy](https://legal.hubspot.com/cookie-policy))
• LinkedIn: Social sharing and ad tracking (see [LinkedIn's Cookie Policy](https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy))
• Vimeo/YouTube: Video embedding (see [Vimeo's Privacy Policy](https://vimeo.com/privacy) / [YouTube's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy))

We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the respective providers' policies for more information.

5How Long Do Cookies Last?

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (see durations above) or until you delete them

6How to Control Cookies

6.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner where you can:

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

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• [Chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
• [Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences)
• [Safari](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac)
• [Edge](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09)

6.3 Opt‑Out of Specific Services

• Google Analytics: [Opt‑out browser add‑on](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)
• Facebook: [Ad preferences](https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences)
• LinkedIn: [Ad preferences](https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/advertising)

7Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals. Our website does not currently respond to these signals due to lack of consistent industry standards. We continue to monitor developments.

8Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be notified via our website.

9Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies:

Data Protection Officer

MSS

123 Main Street, Suite 400

Houston, TX 77002

privacy@mss‑platform.com

+1 (713) 555‑0123

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