Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 10/10/2025
Last Updated: 04/11/2025
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Octalas Bank (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.octalas.com (“Website”).
By using our Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time using your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website.
They allow the website to recognize your device and remember your preferences or actions over time.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain stored on your device until they expire or are deleted.
- First-party cookies: Set by our website directly.
- Third-party cookies: Set by other websites or services (e.g., analytics, ads, or social media).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your online experience and ensure our website functions properly.
Specifically, we use cookies for the following purposes:
a. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the operation of our website and online banking platform.
They enable features such as:
- Secure login and authentication
- Fraud prevention and session management
- Saving your privacy and cookie preferences
Without these cookies, certain parts of our website will not function properly.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance and user experience.
For example, we use them to:
- Collect anonymous website traffic statistics
- Monitor site speed, errors, and navigation paths
We may use trusted third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics, configured with privacy-safe settings (e.g., IP anonymization).
c. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance website functionality and personalization, such as:
- Remembering your language or region preference
- Storing customized display settings
If disabled, certain features may not work as intended.
d. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
We may use limited marketing cookies to:
- Deliver relevant information about our products and services
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
These cookies are only activated with your explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be set by third parties, such as:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Security and fraud prevention services
- Embedded content platforms (e.g., YouTube, LinkedIn, or Twitter)
We do not control how these third parties use your data and recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
a. Through Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie settings
You can change your preferences at any time by revisiting the banner or clicking “Cookie Settings” on our site footer.
b. Through Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.
For guidance, visit your browser’s help section:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our website.
6. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices.
All updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Octalas Bank
Email: info@octalas.com
Website: www.octalasbank.com
8. Related Policies
Please also review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.