Cookie Policy

* This cookie policy ("Cookie Policy") describes how Gate.io uses cookies and other similar technologies on this website or any other websites, pages, features, APIs, related mobile applications, or content we own or operate (collectively, the “Sites”) .

* This policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences to limit our use of cookies. For more details about our privacy practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.gate.io/privacy-policy) User Agreement (https://www.gate.io/user-agreement). All capitalised terms used in this Cookie Policy shall be defined in accordance with the definition in our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Gate.io and/or any of its affiliates, related body corporate are referred to as “we”, “our” “us”.

• 1. General

  • 1.1 We may place cookies and similar technologies on your device, including mobile devices, PC and other devices that you use our service, in line with the preferences you set in our cookie preference center. Based on your settings in the cookie consent manager on your mobile device, the following information may be collected through cookies or similar technologies: your unique device identifier, mobile device IP address, operating system details, mobile carrier, and location information (where permitted by applicable law).

  • 1.2 Each time you visit our Sites, you will be prompted to accept or reject cookies, and you will also have the option to customize your preferences.

  • 1.3 Please note that this Cookie Policy will be updated from time to time.

• 2. What are cookies?

  • 2.1 Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are downloaded to your computer or mobile device and enable the site to recognize your device. Cookies store information about your visit, which may include the content viewed, language preferences, time and duration of the visit, and advertisements accessed. Cookies managed by Gate.io are referred to as "first-party cookies," while cookies from third-party providers are called "third-party cookies." The information collected by cookies is non-registered and collective statistical data and does not involve Personal Data.

• 3. Why do we use cookies?

  • 3.1 Cookies are a valuable tool that serve a variety of purposes, such as allowing you to navigate between pages more smoothly, remembering your preferences, and enhancing the overall user experience. They also help ensure that the advertisements you encounter online are more relevant to your interests, and enable Gate.io to identify your specific preferences. There are different types of cookies (without limitation), and we will explain them in Annex 1 in this document.

  • 3.2 We may use the data gathered from our cookies for marketing and promotional purposes, including, without limitation, analyzing user behaviour, delivering tailored content and offers to you, only to the extent permitted by applicable laws and subject to Restricted Locations in our User Agreement.

• 4. Use of Third-Party Cookies and Tracking Technologies.

  • 4.1 Some of the cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies we utilize are provided by third-party companies (third-party cookies). These technologies help us gather web analytics and insights about our websites, which may also be used for measuring services and targeting advertisements.

• 5. How do we manage Cookies and tracking technologies?

  • 5.1 If you prefer not to use cookies or similar tracking technologies, you can manage your preferences through our cookie settings center. To remove cookies already stored on your device, you can do so via your browser's settings.

  • 5.2 If you'd like to prevent future cookies from being placed on your device, you can adjust your preferences in our cookie settings center. However, please be aware that disabling or deleting cookies may affect your overall experience on the site, as it is possible you may not be able to launch or use some functions of our Sites.

• 6. Types of Cookies Used on the Site

  • 6.1 The cookies employed on Gate.io sites are classified into different categories, as shown in Annex 1 below. Please note that not all cookies may be used across every jurisdiction or website. Annex 1 shows a breakdown of the cookie categories used on this website.

  • 6.2 Desktop Devices.

    To clear cookies or stop their usage on your desktop device, follow the steps below. Please note that blocking cookies may prevent some websites, services, and features fromfunctioningproperly or working as intended.

    • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy and Security >Site Settings >Cookies and Site Data and manage or clear cookies by selecting “Allowsites tosaveandread cookie data.”

    • Internet Explorer: Go to Settings > Internet Options > Privacy > Advanced Settings and manage or clear cookies.

    • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear Cookies and manageorclear cookies.

    • If you use a browser other than those listed above, you can contact us to learn how to delete cookies.

  • 6.3 Mobile Devices.

    To clear cookies stored on your mobile device, follow the steps below. Please note that blocking cookies may prevent some websites, services, and features from functioning properly or working as intended.

    • For Apple Devices: (a) Clear browsing history and cookies by going to Settings > Safari >Clear Historyand Website Data. (b) To delete cookies but keep your browsing history, go to Settings >Safari >Advanced > Website Data > Remove All Website Data. (c) To block cookies, go to Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies.

    • For Android Devices: (a) Use the Chrome app and go to Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data>Cookies, media licenses, and site data > Clear data. (b) To allow or block cookies, go to Chrome App > Settings > Site Settings >Cookies.

  • 6.4 Some internet browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari, have a "Do Not Track"(DNT) signal feature. However, since there is no standardized guidance for DNT signals, our sites currently do not process or respond to such signals.

• 7. Support

  • 7.1 For any matters not expressly addressed in this policy, please refer to our Privacy Policy and User Agreement, or visit any other applicable policies provided on the relevant pages of the website.

  • 7.2 If you have any questions now or during your visit, you can also contact us via our email: dpo@gate.io

Annex 1 - Category of Cookies