Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 1, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

NextGig uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas access, and authentication. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

• Session management
• User authentication
• Security features
• Load balancing

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this information to improve our Service.

• Page views and visit duration
• Traffic sources
• User navigation patterns
• Device and browser information

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

• Language preferences
• Search filters and preferences
• Theme settings (light/dark mode)
• Recently viewed jobs

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

• Advertising delivery
• Interest-based advertising
• Conversion tracking
• Remarketing

3. Types of Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

These cookies are set directly by NextGig and can only be read by our website.

Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are set by third-party services that we use, such as analytics providers and advertising networks. These third parties may include:

• Google Analytics
• Cloudflare (for performance and security)
• Social media platforms (if you interact with social sharing features)
• Advertising networks

4. Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the website.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period (from days to years) or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive a notification before a cookie is stored

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain cookies using these tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool

7. Impact of Blocking Cookies

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Specifically:

• You may not be able to stay logged in
• Your preferences will not be remembered
• Some pages may not display correctly
• Personalized content and recommendations may not work

8. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

Web Beacons

Small graphic images (also known as pixel tags) that may be included in our emails to track whether messages are opened and links are clicked.

Local Storage

HTML5 local storage that allows us to store data on your device to improve performance and user experience.

Session Storage

Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the page session ends.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

10. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@nextgig.rocks
• Website: www.nextgig.rocks/contact