Cookies Policy

How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies

Effective Date: June 2026  |  Version: 1.0

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how PCI Global Standards (operated by Skill Up LLC, registered in New Jersey, USA, Company Number 0450466060) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit www.pcidssglobal.com. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy, unless you opt out using the controls described below.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login status, language, and display settings) over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit.

Similar technologies include web beacons, pixel tags, local storage, and session storage. This Policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies."

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the platform to function and cannot be switched off. They include:

  • Session management and authentication cookies
  • Shopping cart and checkout session cookies
  • Security and fraud prevention cookies
  • Load balancing and server cookies

Legal basis: Legitimate interests / Contract performance. These do not require consent.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the platform by collecting information anonymously. They allow us to improve the platform experience.

  • Google Analytics (usage statistics and behaviour flows)
  • Shopify Analytics (conversion tracking and store performance)

Legal basis: Consent. You may opt out using our cookie consent banner or via Google's opt-out tools.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and personalise your experience:

  • Language and region preferences
  • Previously viewed courses
  • Login remember-me functionality

Legal basis: Consent.

3.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites:

  • Meta (Facebook) Pixel
  • Google Ads / Remarketing
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag (if applicable)

Legal basis: Consent. You may opt out via our cookie consent banner or via the relevant advertising network's opt-out page.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, including payment processors (Shopify, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay) and embedded content providers. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. We do not control these third-party cookies.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (stored for a defined period). Persistent cookies set by our platform are retained for a maximum of 24 months unless deleted earlier.

6. Managing and Opting Out

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Using the cookie consent banner displayed on your first visit to the site;
  • Changing your browser settings to block or delete cookies (note: this may impair platform functionality);
  • Using the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout;
  • Visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.

Please note that if you disable strictly necessary cookies, parts of the platform may not function correctly.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of data collected through cookies. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details of your rights and how to exercise them.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. The current version will always be available at www.pcidssglobal.com/cookies-policy with its effective date. Material changes will be communicated through the cookie consent banner.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies:

Email: [email protected]

Address: 971 US Highway 202 N, Suite N, Branchburg, NJ 08876, USA