The cookie policy outlined below applies to the online services offered by QNAP. We strive to provide transparency regarding the data collected via cookies and how it is utilized. Our commitment is to your privacy, and we solely handle data in compliance with applicable regulations in the United States, including considerations from the GDPR where applicable to US-based companies engaged with EU users.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They help with navigation, security, authentication, and maintaining your privacy preferences.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect data on how visitors interact with the website, providing insights into areas for improvement through analytics like page visits, time spent on pages, and error messages encountered by users.
- Functional Cookies: To enhance your experience, functional cookies store information that alters how the website behaves or looks, such as your language or regional preferences.
- Targeting Cookies: These cookies are set through our site by third-party advertising partners. They help build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites, aligning with behavioral advertising guidelines.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage the cookies stored on your device through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to control, block, or delete cookies if you choose to do so. Disabling cookies may impact your experience on our website as certain functionalities may not work as intended.
Security and Storage of Cookies
We apply standard security measures to safeguard the cookies created on our site. Cookies are stored securely and only accessible by our web servers. They are never exposed to external parties in a manner that compromises your privacy. We have implemented access controls that dictate how cookies are utilized and accessed by different processes.
Data Privacy and Compliance
In alignment with the CCPA for California residents, we respect your right to privacy. You may request the deletion or access to your data collected via cookies. Furthermore, any data sharing is limited to necessary business purposes like analytics, advertising, or legal compliance. We ensure that this is conducted under robust agreements that protect your rights.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain data collected via cookies for periods appropriate to the purpose it was collected for, generally no longer than necessary for business processes. In cases where we have your consent, data retention aligns with that consent until it is either withdrawn or naturally expires.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, and suggestions from regulatory bodies. Updates will be dated and will highlight any substantial changes affecting your privacy. Please review this section periodically to stay informed about how we handle your cookies.
Last updated: 06/14/2025
