Cookie Policy

1. 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 your preferences and improve your experience.

Cookies typically contain:

• A unique identifier
• The website domain
• Expiration date
• Some data relevant to the website

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

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

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization but are not essential.

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

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

Note: Analytics cookies are only set if you accept them via our cookie consent banner.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google may use this data for its own purposes. Learn more about Google's privacy policy.

3.2 OAuth Providers (Google, GitHub)

When you sign in with Google or GitHub, they may set their own cookies. Refer to their privacy policies:

• Google Privacy Policy
• GitHub Privacy Statement

3.3 Cloudflare Turnstile

We use Cloudflare Turnstile for CAPTCHA verification. Cloudflare may set cookies for bot detection. See Cloudflare's privacy policy.

4. Cookie Duration

We use two types of cookies based on duration:

4.1 Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for essential functions like authentication.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period (specified in the tables above). Used to remember your preferences.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept All: Allows all cookies including analytics
• Essential Only: Only necessary cookies for site function
• Customize: Choose which categories to allow

5.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
• Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
• Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
• Edge: Manage cookies in Edge

5.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of analytics cookies:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

6. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track you. We respect DNT signals and will not load analytics cookies if DNT is enabled.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Displaying a notice on the website
• Requesting new consent if required by law

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@example.com
• Contact Form: /contact