Cookie Policy

    Last updated: January 2025

    1. What Are Cookies?

    Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, improve functionality, and analyse how you use the site. Cookies cannot access other files on your device or spread malware.

    2. Types of Cookies We Use

    Essential Cookies (Always Active)

    These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

    Cookie NamePurposeDuration
    auth_tokenUser authentication and session management7 days
    csrf_tokenSecurity protection against cross-site attacksSession
    cookie_consentRemember your cookie preferences1 year

    Analytics Cookies (Optional)

    These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.

    Cookie NamePurposeDuration
    _gaGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users2 years
    _gidGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users24 hours
    analytics_sessionTrack user sessions and page views30 minutes

    Preference Cookies (Optional)

    These cookies remember your settings and preferences.

    Cookie NamePurposeDuration
    theme_preferenceRemember dark/light mode selection1 year
    languageRemember language preference1 year

    3. Third-Party Cookies

    We may use trusted third-party services that set their own cookies:

    • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
    • Stripe: Payment processing (only on checkout pages)
    • Supabase: Authentication and database services

    These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.

    4. Managing Cookies

    Browser Settings

    You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:

    • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
    • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
    • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
    • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

    Cookie Consent Manager

    When you first visit DataDoc, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can accept or reject optional cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.

    Do Not Track Signals

    We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings. If DNT is enabled, we will not set analytics or preference cookies.

    5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

    If you disable cookies:

    • Essential Cookies Disabled: You will not be able to log in or use the platform
    • Analytics Cookies Disabled: We won't track your usage, but the platform will work normally
    • Preference Cookies Disabled: Your settings won't be remembered between sessions

    Contact Us

    Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at:

    Email: info@privacypad.co.uk