Cookie Statement

Please read the statement below for more information about the use of this website and other TNW platforms.

Definitions

TNW, we, us: Cogneve, Inc., a Delaware corporation.
Platform: The Next Web websites, including but not limited to https://thenextweb.com and any related subdomains or digital platforms operated by TNW.
You, your: Any user of the Platform or any other service provided by TNW.

What is a cookie?

When offering services via our Platform, we may place cookies on your computer or mobile device. A cookie is a small data file stored by your browser on your device.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies, which remain on your device until deleted or expired

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as pixels, scripts, or local storage for comparable purposes.

What cookies do we use?

We use cookies to support core Platform functionality, remember preferences, recognize devices, and improve user experience. Some cookies may contain personal data. For example, if you select a “remember me” option when logging in, a cookie may store your username.

Cookies used on the Platform fall into the following categories:

Analytical Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Platform, such as pages visited and interaction patterns, to help us improve performance and usability.

Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies may track browsing behavior across websites over time to build interest profiles and tailor content. Where required by law, these cookies are only placed with your consent.

Social Media Cookies

These cookies allow logged-in users of social media platforms to share content directly from the Platform or interact with embedded social features.

Personalization Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and interests to provide a more personalized experience across the TNW Platform.

Unforeseen cookies

Due to the nature of web technologies and third-party integrations, it is possible that cookies not listed in this statement may be placed on the Platform. If you identify such a cookie, please notify us so we can review and update this statement where appropriate.

Consent

Where required by applicable law, cookies are placed only after you provide consent through our cookie banner or preference settings. You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time via the cookie settings available on the Platform.

For more information about how personal data collected via cookies is processed, please refer to our Privacy Policy

Refusing or Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Instructions are available in your browser’s help documentation:

You may also visit https://www.youronlinechoices.eu for more information about managing cookies from specific providers.

Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain features or functionality of the Platform. The Platform does not currently respond to browser ‘Do Not Track’ signals, as no uniform standard exists for interpreting such signals.

Analytics and Platform Tools

Google Analytics

Google Analytics and Google Remarketing Analytics are services provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA (“Google”).

Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze use of the Platform. Information collected, including your IP address, is generally transferred to and stored on servers in the United States.

More information about Google’s data practices:
https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245?hl=en

Opt-out browser plugin:
http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en

PostHog

PostHog is a service provided by PostHog Inc., 2261 Market Street #4008, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA.

PostHog may use cookies or similar technologies to analyze Platform usage and improve performance. Depending on your consent settings, data may be anonymized. PostHog data may be processed on servers located in Germany.

Privacy policy:
https://posthog.com/privacy

HubSpot

HubSpot is a service provided by HubSpot, Inc. HubSpot may use cookies to track interactions with forms, emails, and content on the Platform.

Privacy policy:
https://legal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy

Stripe

Stripe is a payment processing service provided by Stripe, Inc., 354 Oyster Point Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080, USA.

Stripe may use cookies and similar technologies to enable secure payment processing, prevent fraud, and ensure transaction security. These cookies are generally classified as functional or strictly necessary cookies.

Privacy policy:
https://stripe.com/privacy

Social Media Plugins

The Platform uses social media plugins, embedded content, and sharing features provided by third-party social media platforms. These currently include:

  • LinkedIn

  • X (formerly Twitter)

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Pinterest

  • Flipboard

These plugins allow users to share content, interact with posts, or view embedded social media content directly on the Platform.

When you interact with social media plugins or embedded content, the relevant social media provider may collect information about your visit to the Platform, including through the use of cookies or similar technologies, in accordance with their own privacy policies.

If you do not want social media platforms to collect data about you through these plugins, you can disable social media cookies via your browser settings or through the cookie preference controls made available on the Platform.

Cookie retention clarity

Cookies may be session-based or persistent. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted, depending on their purpose.

Changes to This Cookie Statement

We may update this Cookie Statement from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Any updates become effective upon posting on the Platform. We encourage you to review this statement periodically

Governing Law

This Cookie Statement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact Us

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

Email: contact@tekpon.com

Cogneve, Inc.
2093 Philadelphia Pike
#4977
Claymont, DE 19703
United States