01 Scope and Consent
This Cookie Policy describes how Global Crypto Adoption Index & Trading uses "cookies" and other similar technologies, such as pixel tags, local storage objects, and clear GIFs, in connection with our website and trading interfaces.
Unlike our general Privacy Policy which governs the processing of personal data, this document is strictly focused on the technical mechanisms we use to store data on your device. By accessing our live market data feeds, interacting with the global heatmaps, or connecting a wallet to our platform, you consent to the use of these technologies as described herein.
We employ these technologies to distinguish you from other users of our platform. This helps us to provide you with a good experience when you browse our website (for example, by remembering your chart configurations) and allows us to improve our site's performance during high-volatility market events.
02 What is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your computer or mobile device when you visit a website or application. They are set by the web server or by a third-party script loaded on the page. Cookies are unique to your browser and can be read by the server that set them. They allow our platform to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.
In the context of crypto trading, cookies are not just about "remembering" you; they are essential functional components. For instance, they maintain the WebSocket connections required for live price updates on the "Live Global Crypto Adoption Index." Without these identifiers, the stream of real-time data regarding Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other altcoins would be interrupted every time you refreshed the page or navigated to a different section of the dashboard.
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser. We use these to manage your active trading session and ensure your "Watchlist" remains consistent as you browse different markets.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We use these to remember your charting layout preferences, theme settings (Dark/Light mode), and regional formatting for currency display.
03 Why We Use Cookies
Security & Authentication
Absolutely critical for our operations. We use cookies to verify your account and determine when you're logged in, so we can make it easier for you to access the platform services and to show you the appropriate experience and features. They also help us detect malicious activity and violations of our User Agreement.
Performance & Analytics
We use these to analyze how our users access and use the platform, focusing on the latency of data delivery and the responsiveness of our charts. This helps us optimize our routing for High Frequency Trading (HFT) modules and improve the "Global Heatmap" loading times.
Preferences
These cookies remember information that changes the way the Service behaves or looks, such as the "On-Chain Activity" filters you selected, your preferred fiat currency for portfolio valuation (e.g., USD, EUR, JPY), and your timezone for candle charts.
Marketing (Limited)
While we minimize marketing cookies, we may use them to deliver relevant notifications regarding new token listings or regulatory safety updates based on your region's "Adoption Score."
04 Detailed Cookie Classification
Below is a detailed list of the specific categories of cookies we use on our Crypto Trading Platform. This list is dynamically updated to reflect our current technical architecture.
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| __secure_session_id | Platform | Maintains your secure session during trading. | Session |
| csrf_token | Platform | Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks on wallet actions. | Session |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Security verification to prove you are human (DDoS protection). | 1 Year |
B. Functional & Preference Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| tv_chart_layout | TradingView | Stores your technical analysis drawings and indicator settings. | Persistent |
| market_pair_last | Platform | Remembers the last trading pair you viewed (e.g., BTC/USDT). | 30 Days |
| theme_mode | Platform | Preserves your choice of Dark Mode UI. | Persistent |
05 Third-Party Technologies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-parties cookies to report usage statistics of the Service, deliver advertisements on and through the Service, and so on.
TradingView: We utilize TradingView libraries to render high-performance financial charts. TradingView may set cookies to track user preferences across different sites that use their charting engines.
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to measure how you interact with the Global Adoption Index. This helps us understand which regions (e.g., North America, Southeast Asia) are driving the most traffic and which methodologies (On-chain value vs P2P exchange volume) are most referenced. All data collected via Google Analytics is anonymized and aggregated.
Blockchain Explorers: When you click on a transaction hash to verify it on a block explorer (like Etherscan or Blockchain.com), those third-party sites may place their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and you should consult their respective privacy policies.
06 Your Choices Regarding Cookies
If you'd like to delete cookies or instruct your web browser to delete or refuse cookies, please visit the help pages of your web browser. Please note, however, that if you delete cookies or refuse to accept them, you might not be able to use all of the features we offer, you may not be able to store your preferences, and some of our pages might not display properly.
Critical Warning for Traders: Disabling "Strictly Necessary" cookies will result in an inability to log in to your trading account or execute orders. For the safety of your assets, we do not recommend disabling cookies while using the trading terminal.
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data
07 Updates to This Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business operations. For example, if we integrate a new Layer-2 scaling solution that requires specific local storage mechanisms, we will update this document.
We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices. Your continued use of the platform after any changes or revisions to this Cookie Policy shall indicate your agreement with the terms of such revised Cookie Policy.