Effective Date: 06/12/2024

Kharel CPA & Co. LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our website visitors. This Cookie Policy is committed to transparency on how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website, in compliance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Ohio Personal Privacy Act (OPPA), as appropriate and your choices regarding cookies use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us understand how our website is being used, enhance user experience, and improve our services.

Cookies may be classified as:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
• First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services used by the website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be turned off in our systems. They are usually set in response to your actions, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.

2.2. Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This information is used to improve how our website works.

Examples include:

• Security authentication
• Session management
• Performance optimization

2.3. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect aggregated data to help us analyze website performance and user behavior to improve user experience. Examples include:

• Tracking visitor interaction (Google Analytics)
• Monitoring site errors

2.4. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Examples include:

• Language settings
• Customized display options

2.5. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver content that is relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples include:

• Third-party remarketing tools
• Social media tracking pixels

2.6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties to enable additional functionalities or analytics on our website, such as Google Analytics or social media integrations. These third parties may set cookies on your device. Please review their respective privacy policies for more details.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Recognize and authenticate users.
• Analyze website performance and improve usability.
• Personalize your experience based on your preferences.
• Deliver tailored advertisements and measure their effectiveness.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Steps to Manage Cookies:

• Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.

5. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept All Cookies," you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can customize your preferences by clicking "Browser Cookie Settings."

6. Third-Party Tools

We use the following third-party tools that may place cookies on your device:

• Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
• Facebook Pixel: Allows us to deliver targeted advertising on Facebook.
• LinkedIn Insight Tag: Enables us to track and optimize LinkedIn ads.

7. Your Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of Ohio or the EU, you have the right to:

• Know what personal data we collect.
• Request access, correction, or deletion of your data.
• Opt-out of the sharing of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at khagen2021@kharelcpa.com.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Please review this page periodically for the latest information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Kharel CPA & Co. LLC
800 Cross Point, Dr Unit U
Gahanna, OHIO 43230
Email: khagen2021@kharelcpa.com
Phone: +1-2817589181

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Cookie Policy. Thank you for trusting Kharel CPA & Co. LLC with your online experience.