Cookie Policy

Effective Date: October 24, 2025

Last Updated: October 24, 2025

1. Introduction

Atlas Data ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website atlasdata.us (the "Site") to provide, improve, and protect our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login information, and pages you've viewed.

2.1 Types of Cookies by Duration

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

2.2 Types of Cookies by Origin

  • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by Atlas Data on our Site
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (analytics, marketing tools)

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: Enable core functionality of our Site

Examples:

  • User authentication and secure login
  • Session management for dashboards
  • Security features and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and site stability
  • Remembering items in inquiry forms

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (necessary for site operation)

Duration: Session or up to 24 hours

3.2 Functional Cookies

Purpose: Remember your choices and provide enhanced features

Examples:

  • Language and region preferences
  • Username and email for return visits
  • Customized dashboard layouts
  • Accessibility settings
  • Form field auto-population

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests or consent

Duration: Up to 1 year

3.3 Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Understand how visitors use our Site to improve services

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses)
  • Page views and navigation paths
  • Time spent on pages
  • Traffic sources and campaigns
  • Device and browser information
  • Error tracking and performance monitoring

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests or consent

Duration: Up to 2 years

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant marketing and track campaign effectiveness

Examples:

  • LinkedIn Insight Tag
  • Google Ads conversion tracking
  • Facebook Pixel (if applicable)
  • Retargeting and remarketing tags
  • Campaign attribution tracking

Legal Basis: Consent

Duration: Up to 1 year

4. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie NameProviderPurposeTypeDuration
_atlas_sessionAtlas DataSession managementEssentialSession
_atlas_authAtlas DataAuthentication tokenEssential7 days
_atlas_csrfAtlas DataSecurity tokenEssentialSession
_gaGoogle AnalyticsVisitor trackingAnalytics2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsVisitor trackingAnalytics24 hours
_gatGoogle AnalyticsRequest rate limitingAnalytics1 minute
li_sugrLinkedInLinkedIn InsightsMarketing3 months
UserMatchHistoryLinkedInLinkedIn AdsMarketing30 days
atlas_preferencesAtlas DataUser preferencesFunctional1 year
atlas_consentAtlas DataCookie consentEssential1 year

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

5.1 Analytics Services

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Hotjar: User behavior analysis and heatmaps (if applicable)

5.2 Business Tools

  • QuickBooks: Financial integrations (when logged in)
  • n8n: Automation platform integrations
  • HubSpot: CRM and marketing automation (if applicable)

5.3 Social Media

  • LinkedIn: Professional networking and insights
  • Twitter/X: Social sharing capabilities
  • Facebook: Social features and advertising (if applicable)

5.4 Infrastructure

  • Cloudflare: Security and performance optimization
  • AWS: Hosting and content delivery

6. Your Cookie Choices

You have several options for managing cookies:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences
  • Access this Cookie Policy

6.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies

Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies

Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Note: Blocking all cookies may impact Site functionality.

6.4 Do Not Track

While there's no universal standard for Do Not Track signals, we respect browser DNT settings where technically feasible. Note that this may limit certain Site features.

8. Impact of Cookie Choices

8.1 If You Accept All Cookies

You'll receive the full Site experience including:

  • Personalized content and recommendations
  • Saved preferences and settings
  • Complete analytics for service improvement
  • Relevant marketing communications

8.2 If You Reject Non-Essential Cookies

  • Core Site functionality remains available
  • No personalized marketing
  • Limited analytics (anonymous only)
  • May need to re-enter preferences each visit

8.3 If You Block All Cookies

  • Unable to log into client accounts
  • No saved preferences
  • Some features may not function
  • Repeated consent requests

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from children. If we learn we've inadvertently collected such information, we'll delete it promptly.

10. International Visitors

10.1 European Union (GDPR)

For EU visitors, we:

  • Obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies
  • Provide granular cookie controls
  • Honor withdrawal of consent
  • Ensure third parties comply with GDPR

10.2 California (CCPA)

California residents have rights regarding cookie data:

  • Right to know what data is collected
  • Right to delete cookie data
  • Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising rights

10.3 Other Jurisdictions

We respect cookie laws in all jurisdictions where we operate and will update our practices as regulations evolve.

11. Security

We implement security measures to protect cookie data:

  • HTTPS encryption for all cookie transmission
  • Secure cookie flags for sensitive cookies
  • HttpOnly flags to prevent script access
  • SameSite attributes to prevent CSRF attacks
  • Regular security audits and updates

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookie practices
  • New technologies or features
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • User feedback and suggestions

We'll notify you of material changes by:

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Displaying a notice on our Site
  • Resetting consent for significant changes

13. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie practices or to exercise your rights:

Atlas Data Cookie Inquiries:

Email: privacy@atlasdata.us

Phone: 612-581-7274

Address: 15358 Eagles Ridge NW, Prior Lake MN 55372

Data Protection Officer:

Bailey Strasser and Ali Shahrokhi

Email: dpo@atlasdata.us

14. More Information

For additional information about our data practices: