Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and more useful.

bloodX uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve our blood donation platform.

We use cookies for several purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function properly
• Authentication: To keep you signed in and secure
• Preferences: To remember your settings and choices
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our platform
• Security: To protect against fraud and abuse

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

• Session management and security
• User authentication
• Form submission and validation

Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

• Page load times and performance metrics
• User behavior and navigation patterns
• Error tracking and debugging

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Language and region preferences
• User interface customization
• Remembering your search preferences

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

• Website usage statistics
• User engagement metrics
• Feature adoption rates

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Google Maps: To display location-based services
• Social Media: For sharing and social features
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing

These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.

Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you browse our platform.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Cookie Consent

When you first visit bloodX, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies for the best experience
• Customize your preferences
• Reject non-essential cookies

Updating Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
• Clearing your browser cookies
• Using your browser's privacy settings

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of bloodX may not function properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Some preferences may not be saved
• Certain features may be unavailable
• Website performance may be affected

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.

If you use our mobile applications, similar technologies may be used:

• App Analytics: To understand app usage and performance
• Push Notifications: To send important updates about blood requests
• Device Storage: To save preferences and offline data
• Location Services: To find nearby blood banks and donors

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our platform
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying a banner on our website

Your continued use of bloodX after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: