This Cookie Policy explains how MinIO, Inc. and its affiliates ("MinIO," "we," "us," or "our") use Cookies (as defined below) and similar technologies when you visit our Websites (“Website”). This Cookie Policy is part of our Global Privacy Policy and should be read together with it.
This Cookie Policy applies to our Website where we act as a data controller. It does not apply to situations where we act as a data processor or service provider on behalf of our customers in relation to data they submit, manage, or process through our Website.
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Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a Website. We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies (collectively referred to as "Cookies" in this policy). These technologies help us:
We categorize Cookies based on their purpose and function:
Purpose: Essential for Website functionality and security
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (ensuring Website functionality)
Retention: Session-based or up to 365 days
These Cookies are essential for our Websites to function properly. They enable core features such as:
You cannot opt out of these Cookies as they are necessary for our Website to operate.
Purpose: Analyze Website usage and improve performance
Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interests
Retention: Up to 120 days
We use these Cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Websites, including:
Third-party providers: Google Analytics, Hubspot, Plausible, Lucky Orange
Purpose: Remember preferences and enhance user experience
Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interests
Retention: Up to 120 days
These Cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience:
Purpose: Deliver relevant marketing content and measure campaign effectiveness
Legal Basis: Consent
Retention: Up to 120 days
We use these Cookies to:
Third-party providers: LinkedIn, Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, social media platforms such as Reddit and X
The Personal Data as defined by applicable law we may collect through Cookies includes:
This information may be combined with other personal data we collect directly from you or from third parties, as described in our Privacy Policy.
We work with trusted third-party service providers who may set Cookies on our Websites:
These third parties are bound by contractual obligations to protect your personal data and use it only for the purposes we authorize. For data subject requests related to third-party processing, please contact us at compliance@minio.io.
You can manage your Cookie preferences through:
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding Cookies and the personal data they collect:
To exercise these rights, please contact us at compliance@minio.io.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through:
We process personal data through Cookies based on the following legal grounds:
Personal Data as defined by applicable law collected through Cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States, where MinIO and our service providers operate. We implement appropriate safeguards for these transfers, including:
For more information about our international transfer safeguards, please contact us at compliance@minio.io.
We retain Cookie data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy:
If you have questions about data retention periods, please contact us at compliance@minio.io.
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect Cookie data from children below these age thresholds. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at compliance@minio.io.
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technological developments. The "Effective Date" will indicate the most recent version. Material changes will be communicated through appropriate channels, including Website notices or direct communication where required by law.
For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights:
Email:
Mailing Address:
MinIO, Inc. ℅ Compliance Department
275 Shoreline Drive, Ste. 100
Redwood City, CA 94065
