Cookie Policy

Understanding how ApiNetWave uses tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our automated testing platform

This policy explains how ApiNetWave collects and uses information through cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We believe in transparency about data collection and want you to understand exactly what information we gather and why.

Last updated: March 15, 2025

1 What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized.

Types of Tracking Technologies We Use

  • HTTP cookies for session management and user preferences
  • Local storage for temporary data and application settings
  • Web beacons to understand email engagement
  • Analytics pixels for website performance measurement

These technologies work together to provide you with a seamless experience while helping us improve our automated testing framework documentation and support resources.

2 Categories of Cookies We Use

Cookie Category Purpose Duration
Essential Cookies Required for basic website functionality, security, and navigation Session or up to 1 year
Functional Cookies Remember your preferences and settings for a better experience Up to 2 years
Analytics Cookies Help us understand how visitors interact with our website Up to 26 months
Marketing Cookies Track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements Up to 13 months

Essential vs Optional Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. All other cookies require your consent, which you can manage through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.

3 How We Use Your Information

The information we collect through cookies helps us provide better service to developers and teams using our automated testing framework. Here's specifically how we use this data:

Website Performance and Optimization

  • Monitor which documentation sections are most helpful to developers
  • Identify technical issues or slow-loading pages
  • Understand how users navigate through our learning resources
  • Optimize our framework examples and code snippets based on usage patterns

Personalization and User Experience

We remember your preferences for programming languages, framework versions, and documentation formats. This helps us show you relevant examples and tutorials without requiring you to reset your preferences on each visit.

All data collection focuses on improving our automated testing tools and educational content. We don't sell personal information or use it for purposes unrelated to ApiNetWave services.

4 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have complete control over cookie usage on our website. Here are several ways to manage your preferences:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, this might prevent you from taking full advantage of our documentation and learning resources.

Specific Browser Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and Security > Content Settings > Cookies
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website, including personalized code examples, saved preferences for API documentation, and seamless navigation between our learning modules. Essential cookies will still be used to ensure basic functionality.

5 Data Retention and Security

We retain cookie data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Different types of cookies have different retention periods based on their function.

Retention Periods

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies may remain on your device for periods ranging from 30 days to 2 years, depending on their purpose. Analytics data is typically aggregated and anonymized after 14 months.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect cookie data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure transmission protocols, and regular security assessments.

Data collected through cookies is stored on secure servers located in Taiwan and may be processed by our trusted service providers who assist with website analytics and functionality improvements.

6 Third-Party Services and Cookies

Our website integrates with several third-party services to provide enhanced functionality and analytics. These services may place their own cookies on your device.

Analytics Services

We use web analytics tools to understand how developers interact with our documentation and testing framework examples. These tools help us identify which resources are most valuable and where we can improve our educational content.

Content Delivery Networks

To ensure fast loading of our code examples and documentation, we use content delivery networks that may set cookies for performance optimization and security purposes.

We carefully select third-party partners and require them to handle data in accordance with applicable privacy laws. However, we recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand their specific data practices.

7 Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify users through our website or email communications.

How We Notify Changes

  • Website banner notifications for major policy updates
  • Email notifications to registered users when applicable
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
  • Archive of previous policy versions available upon request

We encourage you to review this policy periodically, especially if you're actively using our automated testing framework and learning resources. Continued use of our website after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions about how we use cookies or need help managing your preferences, our team is here to help.

Email: info@apinetwave.com

Phone: +886-63308719

Address: No. 62, Shuijing St, Beitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan 406