Cookie Policy

We, Bitwise (“Bitwise”, “Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”) are responsible for the operation of website www.bitwiseglobal.com (the “Website”). Bitwise uses cookies and similar tracking technology on its Website.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you regarding their use. This Cookie Policy should be read together with the Bitwise Website Privacy Policy, available at www.bitwiseglobal.com/en-us/website privacy policy, which outlines our data privacy practices for Personal Information collected through the Website.

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (such as a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device) when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies: These cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them through your browser settings.

Cookies may also be classified as:

• First-party cookies: Cookies set directly by the Website you are visiting.
• Third-party cookies: Cookies placed by third-party service providers that support website functionality, analytics, or performance measurement.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as pixel tags, web beacons, and local storage (collectively referred to as “Cookies and Similar Technologies”). These technologies perform functions similar to cookies and help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and enable core functionality such as:

• website security
• network management
• page navigation
• access to secure areas of the Website

Because these cookies are necessary for the Website to function, they cannot be disabled through our systems.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting information such as:

• pages visited
• time spent on pages
• navigation patterns
• general website usage trends

This information is used to:

• monitor Website performance
• identify technical issues
• improve Website functionality
• enhance user experience

Where required by applicable law, these cookies are used only with your consent.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Website to remember certain preferences you make, such as:

• language preferences
• regional settings
• user interface preferences

These cookies improve the usability of the Website by providing enhanced functionality.

We use cookies and similar technologies for several operational purposes, including:

• Website Operation: To ensure that the Website functions properly and that users can navigate and access its features.
• Security and Integrity: To protect the Website and its users by detecting and preventing fraudulent activity or misuse.
• Website Performance: To monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain system reliability.
• Analytics and Improvement: To understand how visitors interact with the Website so that we can improve Website design, content, and functionality.

We do not use cookies for cross-context behavioural advertising or targeted advertising.

Some cookies on the Website may be placed by third-party service providers that assist us with Website analytics, hosting, and operational services.

These third parties may collect information about your interactions with the Website in accordance with their own privacy policies.

You have several options for managing how cookies are used on your device.

Cookie Consent Tools

Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You may modify or withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie consent tools, where available.

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through browser settings. You may choose to:

• block cookies
• delete cookies
• receive alerts before cookies are placed

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website. Information on managing cookies in common browsers can typically be found in your browser’s help documentation.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or operational needs.

When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or about how cookies are used on our Website, please contact us at: DPO@bitwiseglobal.com.