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Cookie Policy

Transparent cookie usage and privacy practices. Essential cookies only.

Last updated: January 20, 2025

Cookie Transparency

We believe in being transparent about how we use cookies and similar technologies. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.

Table of Contents

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and more useful.

Similar technologies include:

  • Local Storage: Browser-based storage for data that persists across sessions
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
  • Web Beacons: Small graphics used to track user behavior (we do not currently use these)

What Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies Only

We currently use only essential cookies that are strictly necessary to operate our platform. We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies at this time.

Essential Cookies (No Consent Required)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

Session Cookie

Keeps you logged in and maintains your session securely

Duration: Session (expires when browser closes)

CSRF Token

Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks

Duration: Session

Cookie Consent

Remembers your cookie preferences to avoid showing the banner repeatedly

Duration: 1 year

Authentication

Verifies your identity and maintains secure access

Duration: 7 days (or until logout)

How We Protect Your Privacy

We take several measures to protect your privacy when using cookies:

Data Protection

  • Minimal data collection - only necessary data
  • Secure HTTPS transmission
  • Limited retention - deleted when no longer needed

Our Commitments

  • No selling of cookie data to third parties
  • Regular review of cookie usage
  • Transparent cookie practices

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us through our contact form.

We will respond to cookie-related inquiries within 30 days.

Our Cookie Commitment

We are committed to using cookies responsibly and transparently. We only use essential cookies necessary for our platform to function. If we ever implement optional cookies, we will always ask for your consent first and give you full control over your preferences.