1) What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit websites. They enable core functionality, remember preferences, and help us understand how users interact with our services.
Similar technologies include:
- Local storage for session data and preferences
- Web beacons for analytics and performance monitoring
- Device fingerprinting for security and fraud prevention
2) Cookie Categories
Strictly Necessary
Essential for basic website operation, security, and authentication. These cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.
- Session management and CSRF protection
- Authentication state and security tokens
- Load balancing and error handling
Functional (Optional)
Remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience.
- Language and region settings
- UI preferences and accessibility options
- Feature flags and A/B testing assignments
Analytics (Optional)
Help us understand usage patterns and improve our services.
- Page views, session duration, and user flows
- Performance metrics and error tracking
- Feature adoption and engagement analytics
Targeting (Optional)
Enable personalized content and measure marketing effectiveness where you have consented.
- Content personalization
- Marketing campaign attribution
- Cross-device recognition (where consented)
3) How We Use Cookies
- Service delivery: Essential functionality, security, and user authentication
- Performance optimization: Debug issues, monitor uptime, and improve speed
- User experience: Remember preferences and customize interface
- Analytics: Understand usage patterns to guide product development
- Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
4) Managing Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
All major browsers allow you to:
- View, delete, and block cookies
- Set preferences for future visits
- Enable "Do Not Track" or Global Privacy Control signals
Disabling necessary cookies may impair website functionality.
Our Controls
- Consent banner: Choose your preferences when first visiting
- Account settings: Modify analytics and functional cookie preferences
- Opt-out links: Direct control over specific tracking categories
Industry Opt-Outs
For broader advertising opt-outs:
5) Third-Party Cookies
We work with service providers who may set their own cookies:
Analytics & Performance
- Privacy-respecting analytics tools for usage insights
- Error monitoring and performance measurement services
Infrastructure
- Content delivery networks for faster loading
- Cloud hosting providers for core functionality
Integrations
- Payment processors (tokenized transactions only)
- SSO providers (when you choose to connect accounts)
These services operate under their own privacy policies and cookie practices.
6) Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be posted with advance notice where required by law.