Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Effective Date: October 02, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and provide essential website functionality. Our use of cookies is designed to be transparent and respectful of your privacy choices.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality

  • • User authentication and session management
  • • Security and fraud prevention
  • • Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
  • • Language preferences
Cannot be disabled

Functional Cookies

Enable enhanced features and personalization

  • • Remember login status
  • • Save form data temporarily
  • • Remember user preferences
  • • Provide personalized content
Can be controlled via browser settings

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site

  • • Track page views and user behavior
  • • Measure site performance
  • • Understand popular content
  • • Improve user experience
Currently not implemented

Security Cookies

Protect against security threats and fraud

  • • Monitor for suspicious activity
  • • Prevent brute force attacks
  • • Track login attempts
  • • Implement rate limiting
Required for security

4. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Purpose Type Expiry
session User authentication and session management Essential Session
theme Store user's preferred theme (light/dark/system) Functional 1 year
csrf_token Cross-site request forgery protection Security Session

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies on our behalf:

hCaptcha

We use hCaptcha to protect our forms from spam and abuse. hCaptcha may set cookies to verify that you are not a robot.

Privacy Policy: hCaptcha Privacy Policy

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these controls in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser's settings.

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Edge

Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Important Note

Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website. You may not be able to log in, maintain sessions, or use certain features properly.

7. Data Protection and Privacy

Our use of cookies is covered by our Privacy Policy and complies with the Republic Act No. 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly.

8. Changes to the Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or National Privacy Commission guidelines. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Cookie Policy Change Notice Period

Important: Any changes to this Cookie Policy will take effect 14 days after the updated policy is posted on this page. This 14-day notice period allows you time to review the changes and adjust your browser settings if needed. Your continued use of our website after the 14-day period constitutes acceptance of the updated cookie policy.

9. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@example.com

Address: [Your Company Address]

Phone: [Your Contact Number]

Last Updated: September 18, 2025 • This policy complies with applicable privacy laws and regulations.