Cookie and Data Usage Policy
Last Updated: March 2025Understanding Our Tracking Technologies
At DataStreamWave, we believe transparency builds trust. This policy explains how we collect and use information when you visit datastreamwave.com. We want you to understand exactly what happens behind the scenes so you can make informed decisions about your data.
Our website uses various tracking technologies to enhance your experience and help us improve our services. Think of these as helpful tools that remember your preferences and help us understand how to serve you better.
Types of Tracking We Use
Essential Tracking
These are necessary for basic website functionality. They help you navigate between pages and use core features like our contact forms.
Cannot be disabled - Required for site operation
Functional Tracking
Remember your preferences and settings. These help us provide a personalized experience when you return to our site.
Can be controlled through browser settings
Analytical Tracking
Help us understand which content is most valuable to visitors. We use this data to improve our testing methodologies and service offerings.
Optional - You can opt out anytime
Performance Tracking
Monitor site speed and technical performance. This ensures our testing documentation and resources load quickly for you.
Manageable via your privacy controls
How We Track Your Activity
We collect information through several methods, each serving a specific purpose for improving your experience:
- Page Views: Track which testing resources and service pages are most helpful to our visitors
- Session Duration: Understand how long people spend reading our quality assurance guides
- Click Patterns: See which call-to-action buttons and links provide the most value
- Device Information: Ensure our site works well across different browsers and screen sizes
- Referral Sources: Learn how people discover our testing improvement services
- Form Interactions: Monitor contact form completions to improve our inquiry process
What This Means for Your Experience
When you visit our site for the second time, we might remember that you were interested in automation testing services. This helps us show you relevant content faster. If you downloaded our testing checklist, we won't ask you to provide the same information again.
We also use this data to understand that most of our visitors are interested in specific testing methodologies, which guides us in creating more targeted content and resources.
Data Retention Periods
Different types of information are stored for varying lengths of time based on their purpose:
Storage Timeline
Managing Your Privacy Controls
Browser-Based Controls
You have complete control over tracking through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data → See all cookies and site data
Firefox
Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove or Remove All
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data → See all cookies
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted analytics providers to understand our website performance. These services have their own privacy policies and data handling practices. We choose partners who maintain high privacy standards and provide opt-out mechanisms.
Currently, we use Google Analytics for website insights and performance monitoring. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing their browser add-on or adjusting your browser's cookie settings.
Your Rights and Choices
You have several options for controlling how we collect and use your information:
- Access: Request information about what data we have collected about your visits
- Correction: Update any contact information you've provided through our forms
- Deletion: Request removal of your data from our systems
- Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a standard format
- Objection: Opt out of certain types of data collection
Remember that disabling certain tracking may affect site functionality. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without impacting core features like form submissions and page navigation.
Policy Updates
We review and update this policy regularly to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We recommend checking this page periodically, especially if you have concerns about data privacy. Major changes will be highlighted in our website updates or through direct communication if you're a current client.
Questions About Our Data Practices?
We're committed to transparency and are happy to explain our data handling practices in more detail.
Email us: info@datastreamwave.com
Call us: +88672820165
Visit us: 330, Taiwan, Taoyuan City, Taoyuan District, Zhuangyi St, 112號3樓