Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 1/09/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Rated, operated by Buyer IQ LLC (a Texas LLC), uses cookies and similar technologies on https://rated.xyz. This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide reporting information.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the core functionality of the Site.

Examples:

• Security cookies
• Session management cookies

Without these cookies, the Site may not function properly.

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand:

• How users interact with the Site
• Which pages are most visited
• How users navigate through content

This helps improve performance and user experience.

C. Affiliate Tracking Cookies

As part of participation in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, affiliate tracking cookies may:

• Record that a referral occurred
• Track referral timestamps
• Attribute qualifying purchases

These cookies are placed by affiliate networks and retailers. We do not control cookies placed by Amazon or other third parties once you leave our Site.

D. Advertising and Measurement Cookies

Third-party partners may use cookies to:

• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Analyze referral performance
• Provide aggregated analytics

Some of this activity may qualify as cross-context behavioral advertising under California law.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third parties to place cookies, including:

• Affiliate networks
• Analytics providers
• Advertising platforms

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we do not control third-party cookies.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies by:

• Adjusting browser settings
• Deleting stored cookies
• Using opt-out tools from advertising networks
• Clicking our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link (California residents)

Disabling cookies may impact Site functionality.

5. Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals.

6. Data Transfers

Information collected via cookies may be processed in the United States. By using the Site, you consent to such processing.

7. Governing Law

This Cookie Policy is governed by Texas law and subject to the arbitration provisions of our Terms of Use.

8. Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time. Changes become effective upon posting.