Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie and Consent Policy explains how MetaMate, owned and operated by RankRider Solutions, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.metamateplugin.com and within the MetaMate plugin.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring full transparency in how we handle your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, and the EU ePrivacy Directive (“Cookie Law”). By continuing to browse our site or use our services after seeing the cookie banner, you agree to our use of cookies as described here.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, measure performance, and improve the overall user experience. Some cookies are essential for the site to function properly; others are optional and used only with your consent.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Type	Purpose	Examples
Essential Cookies	Required for the site to operate and secure login sessions.	Cookie consent preferences, plugin license verification.
Analytics Cookies	Help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve usability and performance.	Google Analytics, WordPress stats.
Functional Cookies	Remember user preferences such as language or region.	Saved cookie settings, dark/light mode.
Marketing Cookies	Used for advertising and tracking referrals (only if consent is given).	Meta Pixel, affiliate tracking links.

4. Cookies Used by Third Parties

We may use trusted external services that also set cookies:

Google Analytics – for anonymous usage analytics.
Meta/Facebook Pixel – for ad performance measurement (if applicable).
HubSpot Academy badges / embeds – for course certificate verification.

Each third party maintains its own privacy and cookie policy.

5. How We Obtain Consent

When you visit MetaMatePlugin.com for the first time, a cookie consent banner appears.

You can:
✅ Accept all cookies
⚙️ Customize cookie preferences
❌ Reject non-essential cookies
No non-essential cookies will be placed until you have provided explicit consent.
You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” at the bottom of our website.

6. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

Popular browsers:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Firefox: Options → Privacy → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

If you block cookies, some features of our website or plugin may not function correctly.

7. Data Collected Through Cookies

Cookies may collect the following limited data:

IP address (anonymized)
Browser type and version
Pages visited and duration
Referral URLs

This data is used solely for analytics and website optimization.

8. Data Storage & Retention

Cookie data is stored for no longer than 12 months, after which it is automatically deleted or renewed upon reconfirmation of consent.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

Be informed about what data we collect.
Access, rectify, or erase personal data.
Withdraw cookie consent at any time.
File a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

support@metamateplugin.com

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie and Consent Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or technology. All updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.