Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
How WCAC Dating Uses Cookies
WCAC Dating ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.wcac.us to provide you with a secure, personalized dating experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us recognize your browser, remember your preferences, and understand how you interact with our platform.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them. By continuing to use WCAC Dating, you consent to our use of cookies as described below. For broader information about how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies on our platform into four groups based on their purpose:
| Category | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for core functionality - login sessions, security tokens (CSRF protection), load balancing, and fraud prevention. The site cannot operate without these. | Session - 30 days |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand site performance, page views, traffic sources, and user navigation patterns so we can improve your experience. | Up to 24 months |
| Functional Cookies | Remember your preferences such as theme selection (light/dark mode), language settings, and previously viewed profiles. | Up to 12 months |
| Marketing Cookies | Used to deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns across channels. | Up to 12 months |
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over which cookies are stored on your device. Here is how to manage cookies in the most popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data. Choose your preferred blocking level or clear existing cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Select "Manage Exceptions" to allow or block specific sites.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data. You can remove stored cookies or block all cookies entirely.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and Delete Cookies and Site Data.
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from logging in, accessing your profile, or using core features of WCAC Dating. Analytics and marketing cookies can be disabled without affecting basic site functionality, though your experience may be less personalized.
Third-Party Cookies
WCAC Dating works with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics - for aggregated traffic analysis and site performance monitoring.
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) - to serve images and assets faster based on your geographic location.
- Fraud Prevention Partners - to detect suspicious activity and protect our members from scams.
We do not sell cookie data to third parties. All third-party partners are contractually required to handle your data in accordance with applicable privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
Policy Updates and Contact
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will post a notice on our website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact our Data Privacy Team:
- Email: [email protected]
- Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
- Response Time: Within 48 business hours
For complete details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.