Mawlab Strategic Advisory

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work, to improve user experience, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies can be stored for different periods—some expire when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a longer period (persistent cookies).

2. How we use cookies

mawlab.io (operated by MAW EOOD) uses cookies and similar technologies in a limited and transparent way to ensure the basic functioning, security, and performance of the website and, where applicable, to measure aggregated website usage. We do not use cookies to build detailed profiles of individual visitors or to sell data to third parties. Our approach prioritizes your privacy while maintaining a functional and secure browsing experience.

3. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies: **Strictly necessary cookies**: Required for the website to function correctly. These may include: - Security features (to prevent unauthorized access) - Load balancing and basic performance optimization - Core functionality needed to deliver the website **Performance and analytics cookies (non-essential)**: Used to understand how visitors use the site in an aggregated way (for example, through Google Analytics). This helps us: - Identify which sections are most visited - Measure overall engagement trends - Improve user experience and site performance We do not intentionally use cookies for behavioral profiling or targeted advertising. If our cookie usage changes in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

4. Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website (for example: pages visited, approximate engagement metrics, device/browser information, and approximate location information). Google Analytics may set cookies or use similar technologies. Where required by applicable law, analytics cookies are used only after you provide your consent via our cookie banner or cookie settings. You can: - Change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time via our cookie settings (if available on the website) - Disable cookies via your browser settings - Install Google’s opt-out browser add-on (where supported) Google may process data according to its own policies. Please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy for details.

5. Third-party services

Our website may use third-party services or embed third-party content, such as: - Hosting and infrastructure providers - Email and communication services - Embedded maps or content - Font libraries - Analytics tools These third parties may set their own cookies to operate their services. We do not control third-party cookies directly, and their use is governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective providers. We encourage you to review their policies if you have concerns.

6. How to manage cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways: **Cookie settings (if available)**: You can manage your preferences and withdraw consent at any time. **Browser settings**: Most browsers allow you to: - View which cookies are stored - Block cookies - Delete cookies - Block cookies from specific websites **Opt-out options**: For Google Analytics specifically, you may be able to use Google’s opt-out browser add-on. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality or security of the website.

7. Legal basis and consent

Our use of cookies is based on: - **Legitimate interest / necessity**: For strictly necessary cookies required to operate a secure, functional website - **Your consent**: For non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies), where required by applicable law Where consent is required, non-essential cookies are not set until you choose your preferences via the cookie banner or cookie settings. You can withdraw consent at any time through cookie settings (if available) or by adjusting your browser settings.

8. Data retention

Cookie-related data may be retained according to the type of cookie and the configuration of the services used: - **Session cookies**: Deleted automatically when you close your browser - **Persistent cookies**: Stored for a defined period unless you delete them earlier - **Analytics settings**: Retention depends on our Google Analytics configuration (for example, event/user data retention may be set to a limited period) You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. If you need support, you can contact us at info@mawlab.io.

9. International transfers

Some third-party services we use (such as Google) may process cookie-related data in countries outside the European Union or your jurisdiction. Where required by applicable law, appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect data during such transfers (for example, contractual safeguards), in compliance with applicable data protection standards.

10. Your rights

Under applicable data protection laws (such as the GDPR, where applicable), you have the right to: - Know what cookies are being used and for what purpose - Accept or refuse non-essential cookies - Withdraw consent at any time (where cookies are based on consent) - Request access to information about how data is processed If you have concerns about our cookie practices, contact us at info@mawlab.io. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

11. Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect: - Changes in our use of cookies or new services - Evolution of our website and features - Changes in applicable legal requirements - Updates to best practices in privacy and data protection The updated version will be published on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about how we use cookies on mawlab.io, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding cookies, you can contact: **MAW EOOD** Sofia Center Evlogi Hristo Georgiev Blvd 77 1142 Sofia, Bulgaria Email: info@mawlab.io We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.