Cookie Policy

Cookies Policy

Silicon Cloud (“we,” “us,” or “our”) implements the use of cookies on the websites accessible via www.silicloud.com and www.sicloud.hk, along with their associated web pages (collectively referred to as the “Sites”). By accessing our Sites, you consent to our utilization of cookies. This Cookies Policy elucidates the nature of cookies, our methodology in utilizing them, how our affiliated third parties might deploy cookies on the Sites, the choices available to you concerning cookies, and how you can exercise management over them.

Understanding Cookies

Cookies are minute data files deposited on your device upon visiting a website, enabling the Sites to recognize you and recall your preferences on each visit. Cookies are categorized into “persistent” or “session” cookies. A “persistent” cookie endures for a prescribed duration, whereas a “session” cookie only persists for the extent of your visit and is automatically deleted upon closing your browser.

For further insights into cookies, please refer to aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org (note: these links direct to external sites, potentially opening in a new browser window or tab).

Our Utilization of Cookies

We deploy cookies for multiple purposes, including but not limited to enabling essential functionalities of the Sites, enhancing security, improving user experience, remembering user preferences, and counting visitors. Additionally, cookies aid in tracking purchases, monitoring user activity, and optimizing the relevance of online advertising.

Data is inherently exchanged during the standard communication between your device and our servers, encompassing network routing, browser type, IP address, and the timestamp of your visit. We employ cookies across various site features, such as registration forms, to collect data pertinent to your interactions and facilitate return visits. Cookies may gather data concerning a unique identifier, user preferences, and profile information that personalize your interaction with Silicon Cloud, for example, in accessing user forums.

Cookies typically collect non-personally identifiable information. However, in particular scenarios, especially when you log in, register for services, or subscribe to content, cookies may correlate information back to you personally.

We may enlist third parties for website data analysis and advertisement services, who might place cookies on user devices. When permissible by law, and contingent upon your consent, these third parties employ cookies to collect data aiding in site management and enhancement. We commit to ensure third-party adherence to this Cookies Policy and our Privacy Policy regarding your data usage, and we diligently prevent unauthorized utilization of personally identifiable information.

We classify our cookies for clarity concerning usage:

• Strictly Necessary: Essential for efficient site operation.
• Performance: Data collection for site performance analysis and improvement.
• Functional: Augments user experience by retaining preferences.
• Targeting/Advertising: Facilitates partnership advertisements and personalization of user communications.

Aside from website cookies, we employ similar technologies in emails and notifications to evaluate engagement through images and links.

Your Control Over Cookies

For transactions or service registrations on Silicon Cloud, enabling cookies on your internet browser is necessary. Popular browsers providing cookie management options include:

• Internet Explorer
• Firefox
• Safari
• Google Chrome

Disabling cookies impacts site functionality and restricts certain activities. Moreover, privacy settings within browsers provide options to block cookies entirely or selectively allow them from trusted domains.

Users within the European Economic Area (“EEA”)

By default, they will receive only session cookies unless they consent otherwise via consent mechanisms presented on our homepage. Consent once provided can be withdrawn through browser settings to delete cookies affiliated with Silicon Cloud.

Distinction is made between:

• First-party cookies: Originating from our domain.
• Third-party cookies: Deployed by external domains, whose management policies should be reviewed on their respective sites.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can configure your web browser to notify you whenever a cookie is being deployed. This feature also allows you to view the cookie’s duration and the server to which your data is being transmitted. Based on this information, you can choose to either accept or decline the cookie. Furthermore, you have the option to set your browser to refuse all cookies or to accept only those cookies that are returned to their original servers.

Your browser settings provide the capability to enable or disable cookies. If you prefer to limit or block cookies from any website, including the Silicon Cloud Sites, this can be managed through the browser settings on each browser and device you use to access the internet.

To learn more about controlling and deleting cookies across various browsers, visit allaboutcookies.org. Within this Cookie Policy, under the section ‘Cookies and You,’ we have included links to guidance for some popular browsers. However, it is advisable to consult your specific browser and device instructions for accurate and current information.

Please note that some services may have limited functionality or may not work at all if your browser is configured to reject cookies. To ensure full access to certain services, you can allow cookies from specific websites by designating them as ‘trusted sites’ in your browser settings.

For those wishing to opt out of cookies across different advertising networks, the Network Advertising Initiative website at www.networkadvertising.org provides detailed information and guidance.

If you prefer not to accept cookies associated with our emails, you can avoid downloading images or clicking on links within the email. Additionally, you can set your browser to restrict or entirely reject cookies. These settings apply universally to all cookies, whether they originate from websites or emails. Be aware that, depending on your email or browser configuration, cookies within an email might be accepted automatically (for instance, when an email address is added to your address book or safe senders list). For further information, refer to the instructions provided for your email client and browser.

Cookie Categories

Essential Cookies

These cookies are critical for the website’s functionality and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to your actions that equate to service requests, such as adjusting your privacy settings, logging in, or completing forms. You can configure your browser to block or notify you about these cookies, but some features of the site may not function properly as a result. These cookies do not hold any personally identifiable information.

Cookie Domain	Cookies	Type of Cookie
silicloud.com	cookie_consent	First Party
sicloud.hk	cookie_consent	First Party

Performance Cookies

Performance cookies enable us to track visits and traffic sources to evaluate and enhance our website’s performance. They provide insights into the most and least visited pages and how users navigate through the site. All data collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. Without these cookies, we cannot gauge your site visit and monitor its performance effectively.

Performance Cookies

Performance cookies enable us to track visits and traffic sources to evaluate and enhance our website’s performance. They provide insights into the most and least visited pages and how users navigate through the site. All data collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. Without these cookies, we cannot gauge your site visit and monitor its performance effectively.

Cookie Domain	Cookies	Type of Cookie
silicloud.com	_gid, _ga, _ga, _gcl_au, referrerUrl, connect.sid, username, isRedic	First Party
sicloud.hk	_gid, _ga, _ga, _gcl_au, referrerUrl, connect.sid, username, isRedic	First Party

Functional Cookies

These cookies empower the website to offer enhanced functionality and personalization. They can be set by us or by third-party providers whose services are integrated into our pages. If you do not permit these cookies, certain services may not function properly.

Cookie Domain	Cookies	Type of Cookie
silicloud.com	languages	First Party
sicloud.hk	languages	First Party

Targeting Cookies

Targeting cookies may be set on our site by advertising partners and can be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests to show relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not directly store personal information but rather focus on identifying your browser and internet device. Declining these cookies may result in less tailored advertising.

Cookie Domain	Cookies	Type of Cookie
google.com	_GRECAPTCHA	Third Party
doubleclick.net	test_cookie	Third Party