Cookies Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information. Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, US TradeCorp) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies."

Why We Use Cookies

We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons for our website to operate ("essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies). Other cookies enable us to track and target user interests to enhance your experience. Third parties serve cookies through our website for analytics and other purposes.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.

• Session Cookies: Maintain your login state and shopping cart
• Security Cookies: Authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
• Load Balancing Cookies: Distribute network traffic efficiently

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve how our website works.

• Analytics Cookies: Track visitor behavior and site usage patterns
• Performance Cookies: Measure website performance and identify issues
• Testing Cookies: Test different versions of our website to improve user experience

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Language Cookies: Store your preferred language
• Region Cookies: Remember your location or region selection

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may be set through our site by our advertising partners and used to build a profile of your interests.

• Advertising Cookies: Show you relevant ads based on your interests
• Retargeting Cookies: Display our ads on other websites you visit
• Social Media Cookies: Enable social media features and share content

Third-Party Cookies

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

• Stripe: For secure payment processing
• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing features

These third parties have their own privacy policies and may use cookies for their own purposes. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they use cookies.

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be "session cookies" or "persistent cookies":

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

The duration of persistent cookies varies based on their purpose, ranging from a few days to several years.

How to Control Cookies

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can control and manage cookies in various ways:

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Accept cookies from specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies through:

• Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page: optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page: optout.networkadvertising.org
• Google Analytics opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies are required for the website to work, and blocking them may prevent you from using certain services or features, such as maintaining your login session or completing purchases.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

• Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images embedded in emails or web pages to track user behavior
• Local Storage: Browser storage that allows websites to store data locally on your device
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab

Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date.

More Information

For more information about how we collect and use your personal information, please see our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies, please visit our Contact page.