This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies we use on the smartapiworks.digital website, and how you can manage your preferences. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader context about how we handle personal information.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They serve a range of functions, from keeping the website working correctly to helping website operators understand how their sites are used. Not all cookies collect personal information, and not all cookies require your consent to operate.
Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on this website.
Strictly Necessary Cookies. These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They do not collect information that could be used to identify or track you for marketing purposes. Examples include cookies that remember your cookie consent preferences (stored under the name "saw_consent") and session management cookies. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law because they are necessary for the provision of the service you have requested.
Analytics Cookies. If you consent, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with this website. Analytics cookies help us understand which pages are visited most frequently, how long visitors spend on the site, and whether visitors encounter errors. This information is used in aggregate form to improve the website. Analytics cookies are only placed if you have given consent through the cookie preference panel on this site.
Functional Cookies. Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language or region, and to provide enhanced features. These cookies do not track your browsing activity on other sites. They are placed only where you have given consent.
We do not currently use advertising or targeting cookies. We do not use cookies to build profiles of your browsing behavior for commercial advertising purposes.
Duration of Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period. Our consent preference cookie ("saw_consent") is a persistent cookie with a lifespan of 365 days, after which you may be asked to confirm your preferences again.
Third-Party Cookies
This website may embed content or functionality from third-party providers, such as map services. These providers may set their own cookies when their content is loaded. We do not control third-party cookies and are not responsible for them. You should review the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party services whose content appears on this site. The Google Maps embed on our contact page is subject to Google's own privacy and cookie policies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie preference panel accessible via the shield icon in the bottom-right corner of this website. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete cookies already stored on your device, or be notified when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
For information about how to manage cookies in common browsers, please refer to the help documentation for your specific browser. Browser-level cookie controls apply across all websites you visit, not just this one.
Legal Framework
Our use of cookies is governed by the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) of Japan and, where applicable, international standards including the EU ePrivacy Directive. We seek consent for non-essential cookies before placing them on your device and provide clear mechanisms for withdrawing consent at any time.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or applicable legal requirements. Updates will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@smartapiworks.digital.