Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 10, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our service, and improving our platform's functionality.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

  • Session management
  • Authentication and security
  • Load balancing

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our service.

  • Google Analytics
  • Vercel Analytics
  • Usage statistics and performance monitoring

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

  • Language preferences
  • Theme settings (light/dark mode)
  • Dashboard layout preferences

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy policies:

  • Google Analytics - for usage analytics
  • Vercel - for hosting and performance monitoring
  • Stripe - for payment processing (if applicable)

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

5. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

5.2 Opt-Out Links

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide other ways to control tracking.

6. Consent

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@fides.app

Address: [Your Company Address]