Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Alison Prime LLC ("Company," "we," "our," "us") is committed to transparency regarding the technologies we use on our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Services"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use. Our practices comply with applicable privacy laws (including GDPR, CCPA, and ePrivacy Directive) and are designed to meet the strict requirements of financial institutions and payment gateways, ensuring a secure and trustworthy browsing experience.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a more personalized experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used. Cookies may be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by partners such as analytics or advertising networks).

In this policy, we use the term "cookies" to include similar tracking technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage objects, which operate in a similar way.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes, all of which are essential for the proper functioning of our Services or for legitimate business interests that do not override your privacy rights. These uses align with the standards expected by banking and payment processing partners:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are required for the operation of our website, such as enabling secure login, processing payments, and maintaining session integrity. Without these, core services cannot be provided.
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: These help us understand visitor interaction with our site, identify errors, and improve performance. We use aggregated, anonymized data that does not identify individuals. This is crucial for maintaining a reliable platform acceptable to payment gateways.
• Functional Cookies: These remember your preferences (e.g., language, region) to enhance your experience. They are not used for advertising purposes.
• Targeting & Advertising Cookies: We use these sparingly and only with your explicit consent. They may be set by third-party advertising partners to show you relevant ads on other sites. We do not use sensitive financial or health data for ad targeting.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

The following table details the specific cookies we use on our Services, organized by category. This information is provided to meet transparency requirements of financial partners and data protection authorities.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
ap_session	Alison Prime	Maintains logged‑in user session and security token; essential for account access	Session (until browser close)
ap_csrf_token	Alison Prime	Cross‑Site Request Forgery protection for payment and form submissions	Session
ap_consent	Alison Prime	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year
_ga / _gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique visitors anonymously; helps us improve site performance	2 years / 24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate for performance; does not store user information	1 minute
ap_landing	Alison Prime	Remembers the page you first visited for internal analytics (anonymized)	30 days
_fbp	Facebook (Meta)	Used for delivery of relevant advertisements (only if advertising consent is given)	3 months

We do not use flash cookies (LSOs), supercookies, or any technology that circumvents your browser settings. All third‑party providers are contractually bound to maintain privacy and security standards acceptable to the financial industry.

5. Third‑Party Services

Some cookies are placed by trusted third parties. These include:

• Google Analytics: For aggregated website usage analysis. We have enabled IP anonymization and do not share personally identifiable information with Google. Google Privacy Policy
• Stripe / Payment Gateways: Our payment processors may set strictly necessary cookies to prevent fraud and enable secure transactions. Their cookie policies are aligned with PCI‑DSS requirements.
• Meta Platforms: Only with your consent, we may use the Facebook pixel to measure ad effectiveness. You can manage Facebook ad settings here.

6. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over non‑essential cookies. When you first visit our site, a consent banner allows you to accept or reject each category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website, or by adjusting your browser settings:

Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete them individually, or set alerts before a cookie is stored. To learn more, consult your browser's help section. Please note that disabling necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Services, especially secure payment processing and account login.

To opt out of Google Analytics specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt‑out Browser Add‑on.

7. Data Security & Retention

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect cookies and the data they collect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Cookie data is stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy and retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Our infrastructure meets the security standards required by banking institutions and payment card industry regulations.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make material changes, we will notify you via a notice on our website or through other appropriate means. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

9. Contact Us

For any questions about our use of cookies or your privacy rights, please contact us. This policy is designed to meet the requirements of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the standards expected by financial service providers and payment gateways.