Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY

www.goranvajic.com

Effective Date: January 7, 2026

Plethora Commerce LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company doing business as Accountability Chess Coaching (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company”), operates the website located at www.goranvajic.com (the “Website”) and provides related online chess coaching services (the “Services”).

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies (collectively, “Cookies”) on the Website. It supplements our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about our data practices. By using the Website, you consent to the use of Cookies as described herein, subject to your ability to manage preferences where applicable.

We are committed to transparency and compliance with applicable laws, including the EU ePrivacy Directive (as implemented in national laws), the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”/”CPRA”) where relevant.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on the Website with the updated effective date. Material changes will be highlighted via a notice on the Website or, where required, by seeking renewed consent.

Section 1: What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

Similar technologies include web beacons (also known as pixels or clear GIFs), local storage objects, and server logs, which serve comparable purposes.

Cookies can be:

  • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by us on our Website.
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we integrate (e.g., analytics providers).
  • Session Cookies: Temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them.

Section 2: How We Use Cookies

We use Cookies to:

  • Ensure the Website functions properly (essential operations).
  • Understand how visitors use the Website (analytics and performance).
  • Remember your preferences (functionality).
  • Enhance security and prevent fraud.
  • Occasionally deliver relevant content (where consented).

We do not use Cookies for invasive targeted advertising or to sell your data. Our use is limited to improving the Website and Services.

Section 3: Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize Cookies as follows:

Strictly Necessary/Essential Cookies

These are required for the Website to operate and cannot be disabled via our consent banner. They enable core functionality, such as:

  • Maintaining your login session.
  • Securely processing bookings and payments.
  • Navigating between pages without losing actions.

Legal Basis (GDPR): Necessary for contract performance and legitimate interests (Website functionality).

Performance/Analytics Cookies

These help us understand Website usage, e.g., popular pages, traffic sources, and performance issues. We use aggregated data to improve the Services.

Example: Google Analytics (provided by Google LLC).

These are typically persistent and third-party.

Legal Basis (GDPR): Consent (obtained via banner) or legitimate interests (with opt-out).

Functionality/Preference Cookies

These remember your choices, such as language preferences, login details (if “remember me” selected), or display settings.

They enhance user experience but are not essential.

Legal Basis (GDPR): Consent.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

We currently do not use targeting or advertising Cookies. If introduced in the future (e.g., for retargeting), they will require explicit consent and be clearly disclosed.

Section 4: Specific Cookies Used on the Website

The following table lists common Cookies we (or our partners) may deploy. Actual Cookies may vary based on features in use. Durations are approximate.

Cookie Name/Provider

Type

Purpose

Duration

First/Third-Party

_ga (Google Analytics)

Performance

Registers unique ID for generating statistical data on usage

2 years

Third-Party

_gid (Google Analytics)

Performance

Registers unique ID for session tracking

24 hours

Third-Party

_gat (Google Analytics)

Performance

Throttles request rate

1 minute

Third-Party

PHPSESSID or similar

Essential

Maintains user session state

Session

First-Party

cookieconsent_status

Functionality

Records your cookie consent preferences

1 year

First-Party

PayPal-related (e.g., ts, x-cdn)

Essential/Third-Party

Facilitates secure payment processing

Varies (session to persistent)

Third-Party

Third-party providers (e.g., Google, PayPal) may set additional Cookies. Review their policies for details:

Section 5: Consent and Cookie Banner

When you first visit the Website (or after clearing cookies), a cookie consent banner appears, allowing you to:

  • Accept all Cookies.
  • Reject non-essential Cookies.
  • Customize preferences by category.

Essential Cookies are always active. Non-essential Cookies require your consent (GDPR/ePrivacy compliance).

For returning visitors, preferences are remembered. You can withdraw or change consent at any time via the “Manage Cookies” link in the Website footer or by clearing browser cookies (see Section 6).

Consent is not required for essential functionality, but rejecting non-essential Cookies may limit features (e.g., analytics-driven improvements).

Section 6: How to Manage and Delete Cookies

You control Cookies through:

  • Our Consent Banner: Re-access via the footer link to update preferences.
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow blocking/deleting Cookies (e.g., Chrome: Settings > Privacy > Cookies; Firefox: Options > Privacy).
  • Third-Party Opt-Outs:
  • Device Settings: Mobile devices often have cookie controls in system settings.

Disabling Cookies may impair Website functionality (e.g., inability to log in or book sessions).

Section 7: Third-Party Cookies and Services

Integrated services (e.g., Google Analytics, PayPal, video conferencing tools) may set their own Cookies. We do not control these and recommend reviewing their policies.

We select reputable partners with strong privacy standards and require data processing agreements where applicable.

No third-party Cookies are used for cross-site tracking or advertising without consent.

Section 8: Do Not Track Signals

We do not respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals due to lack of industry standard. Manage preferences as described in Section 6.

Section 9: Data Protection and Security

Cookie data is treated as personal information under our Privacy Policy. We apply safeguards (encryption, access controls) and retain only as needed (see Privacy Policy Section 8).

Section 10: International Users

For EU/EEA users: Cookie consent complies with ePrivacy and GDPR. Non-essential Cookies require opt-in. For California users: We do not “sell” or “share” data via Cookies for targeted advertising (no opt-out needed under CCPA).

Mandatory local laws override where providing greater protection.

Section 11: Changes to This Cookie Policy

Updates will be posted here. Material changes (e.g., new cookie types) will trigger renewed consent via the banner.

Continued use after changes implies acceptance.

Section 12: Contact Information

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise rights:

This Cookie Policy forms part of our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. In conflicts, mandatory laws prevail.