COOKIE POLICY

This Cookie Policy explains how International Products Generated, Inc. d//b/a IPGen, a Delaware corporation (“IPGen,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies in connection with the IPGen platform, websites, applications, APIs, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

This Policy forms part of and is incorporated by reference into the IPGen Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

1. Scope and Applicability

This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors, users, customers, and other individuals who access or interact with the Services, including:

- Website visitors
- Authenticated platform users
- Enterprise and institutional users
- API consumers
- Mobile and web application users

This Policy is intended to comply with applicable cookie and tracking technology laws and regulations, including:

- The EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR
- The UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR
- The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
- The Quebec Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information (Law 25)
- Similar state, federal, and international privacy and consumer protection laws

2. Definitions

For purposes of this Cookie Policy:

“Cookie” means a small text file placed on a user’s device by a website or application to store information about the user’s preferences, device, or activity.

“Tracking Technologies” means cookies, pixels, web beacons, SDKs, local storage, device fingerprinting, and similar technologies.

“First-Party Cookies” are cookies set directly by IPGen.

“Third-Party Cookies” are cookies set by service providers or partners.

“Personal Data” has the meaning set forth in the IPGen Privacy Policy.

3. Types of Technologies We Use

IPGen may use the following categories of tracking technologies:

(a) Strictly Necessary Technologies – required for security, authentication, session management, fraud prevention, and core functionality;
(b) Functional Technologies – remember preferences, language, and configuration settings;
(c) Analytics Technologies – measure usage, performance, reliability, and feature adoption;
(d) Security and Integrity Technologies – detect abuse, intrusion, and anomalous behavior;
(e) Preference Management Technologies – record consent and opt-out choices.

IPGen does not use cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising or third-party ad targeting.

4. Legal Basis for Use of Cookies

Where required by applicable law:

(a) Strictly necessary cookies are used based on IPGen’s legitimate interests in providing secure and functional Services;
(b) All other cookies and tracking technologies are used only with user consent, which may be withdrawn at any time through cookie preference controls.

5. Categories of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

IPGen uses the following categories of cookies and similar technologies:

(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Services and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are used to:
- Authenticate users and maintain secure sessions;
- Enable core platform functionality;
- Prevent fraudulent activity and abuse;
- Enforce security controls and access restrictions;
- Ensure service availability and load balancing.

(b) Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, including:
- Remembering language and regional preferences;
- Storing user interface settings;
- Preserving configuration selections;
- Supporting accessibility features.

(c) Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow IPGen to:
- Measure usage and performance of the Services;
- Understand how users interact with features;
- Diagnose errors and improve reliability;
- Conduct aggregated statistical analysis.

Analytics data is processed in aggregated and de-identified form where feasible and is not used for cross-context behavioral advertising.

(d) Security and Integrity Cookies
These cookies and similar technologies are used to:
- Detect and prevent malicious activity;
- Identify anomalous login patterns;
- Support intrusion detection and incident response;
- Enforce rate limiting and abuse prevention.

(e) Preference and Consent Management Cookies
These cookies record:
- Cookie consent status;
- Opt-in and opt-out selections;
- Privacy control preferences.

6. Purposes of Use

Cookies and tracking technologies are used for the following purposes:

(a) To provide and operate the Services;
(b) To authenticate users and maintain secure sessions;
(c) To remember preferences and settings;
(d) To monitor performance and reliability;
(e) To detect, prevent, and investigate security incidents and fraud;
(f) To comply with legal and regulatory obligations;
(g) To document consent and privacy choices.

7. Retention Periods

Cookies may be either:

- Session Cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser or session; or
- Persistent Cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted.

Retention periods vary depending on the purpose of the cookie, ranging from a single session to several months or years, subject to:
(a) Functional necessity;
(b) Security requirements;
(c) Legal and regulatory obligations;
(d) Consent status.

8. Cookie Providers

Cookies and tracking technologies may be set by:
(a) IPGen (first-party cookies);
(b) Cloud infrastructure and hosting providers;
(c) Security and fraud prevention vendors;
(d) Analytics and performance monitoring providers;
(e) Consent management platforms.

All third-party providers are contractually required to process information in accordance with applicable data protection laws and IPGen’s instructions.

9. Consent Management

Where required by applicable law, IPGen obtains user consent before placing or accessing non-essential cookies or tracking technologies.

Consent is obtained through:
(a) A cookie banner or pop-up displayed upon first visit;
(b) A cookie preference center allowing granular control by category;
(c) Jurisdiction-specific consent mechanisms as required by law.

Users may withdraw or modify consent at any time through the cookie preference center or by adjusting browser settings, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

10. Cookie Preference Controls

Users may manage cookie preferences by:
(a) Enabling or disabling categories of cookies via IPGen’s cookie management interface;
(b) Adjusting browser or device settings to block or delete cookies;
(c) Using privacy or security tools that restrict tracking technologies.

Disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or functionality of some features of the Services.

11. Browser and Device Controls

Most web browsers allow users to:
- View cookies stored on their device;
- Delete existing cookies;
- Block all or selected cookies;
- Set preferences for future cookies.

Mobile applications and operating systems may offer additional controls over tracking technologies and identifiers. Instructions vary by browser and device and can typically be found in the help or settings menu.

12. Global Privacy Control and Do Not Track

Where required by applicable law, IPGen honors browser-based opt-out signals, including the Global Privacy Control (“GPC”) and similar mechanisms, with respect to:
(a) Sale or sharing of Personal Data (which IPGen does not engage in);
(b) Certain tracking and profiling activities.

IPGen does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals where not legally required, but continues to evaluate emerging standards.

13. International Data Transfers

Cookies and tracking technologies may result in the transfer of information, including Personal Data, to countries outside the jurisdiction in which you are located, including the United States and other jurisdictions where IPGen or its service providers operate.

Where such transfers occur, IPGen ensures that appropriate safeguards are in place, including, as applicable:
(a) Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or the UK Information Commissioner’s Office;
(b) Data Transfer Impact Assessments;
(c) Additional technical and organizational measures to protect Personal Data;
(d) Compliance with applicable cross-border data transfer laws.

14. Cross-Border Processing by Service Providers

Third-party providers that set or access cookies on IPGen’s behalf may process information in multiple jurisdictions. Such providers are contractually required to:
(a) Process information only on IPGen’s documented instructions;
(b) Implement appropriate security and confidentiality measures;
(c) Comply with applicable data protection and privacy laws;
(d) Assist IPGen in responding to regulatory inquiries and user rights requests.

15. Security of Cookie Data

Information collected through cookies and similar technologies is protected by IPGen’s information security program, which includes:
(a) Encryption in transit and, where appropriate, at rest;
(b) Access controls and authentication mechanisms;
(c) Network monitoring and intrusion detection;
(d) Incident response and breach notification procedures;
(e) Regular security testing and audits.

16. User Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
(a) Be informed about the use of cookies and similar technologies;
(b) Grant or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies;
(c) Access information collected through cookies;
(d) Request deletion of Personal Data collected via cookies, subject to legal exceptions;
(e) Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

Requests may be submitted in accordance with the IPGen Privacy Policy and Data Processing Addendum.

17. European Economic Area and United Kingdom

For users located in the EEA or the UK:
(a) Non-essential cookies are placed only with prior consent;
(b) Consent may be withdrawn at any time without detriment;
(c) Information collected through cookies may constitute Personal Data under the GDPR/UK GDPR;
(d) You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

18. California and Other U.S. States

For California residents and residents of other U.S. states with comprehensive privacy laws:
(a) IPGen does not sell or share Personal Data for cross-context behavioral advertising;
(b) You have the right to limit the use of sensitive Personal Data, where applicable;
(c) You may exercise privacy rights through the mechanisms described in the Privacy Policy;
(d) IPGen honors Global Privacy Control signals where required by law.

19. Quebec and Other International Jurisdictions

For individuals located in Quebec and other jurisdictions with enhanced privacy protections:
(a) Consent is obtained in a clear and specific manner;
(b) Information about cross-border transfers is provided;
(c) Privacy rights may be exercised in accordance with local law and the IPGen Privacy Policy.

20. Changes to This Cookie Policy

IPGen may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
(a) Legal and regulatory requirements;
(b) Technologies and tracking practices;
(c) Business operations and service offerings;
(d) Industry standards and guidance.

Material changes will be posted on the Services and, where required by law, communicated through appropriate notice mechanisms. The “Effective Date” below indicates when this Policy was last revised.

Continued use of the Services after the effective date of an updated Cookie Policy constitutes acceptance, to the extent permitted by law.

21. Contact Information

International Products Generated, Inc.
Attn: Privacy Office
4709 Harford Road, #23

Baltimore, Maryland 21214
Email: info@ipgen.io

22. Effective Date

This Cookie Policy is effective as of the “Last Updated/Modified” date posted on the IPGen website and supersedes all prior versions.

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