Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our eAIP platform. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling essential functionality.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility.

Examples:

  • next-auth.session-token - Session management and authentication
  • next-auth.csrf-token - Cross-site request forgery protection
  • next-auth.callback-url - Authentication callback handling

Duration: Session or as specified by NextAuth.js
Can be disabled: No (required for Service operation)

2.2 Functional Cookies (Preferences)

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized experience.

Examples:

  • theme - Your selected theme (light/dark mode)
  • language - Your preferred language
  • timezone - Your timezone setting
  • view-preference - Grid/list view preferences

Duration: 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (but will reset preferences each visit)

2.3 Performance Cookies (Analytics)

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service to improve performance and user experience.

Information collected:

  • Pages visited and features used
  • Time spent on pages
  • Navigation patterns
  • Error messages encountered

Duration: 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes

3. Cookies We Do NOT Use

We want to be transparent about what we don't do:

  • Advertising Cookies: We do not use cookies for targeted advertising
  • Third-Party Tracking: We do not allow third-party advertising trackers
  • Social Media Tracking: We do not use social media tracking pixels
  • Cross-Site Tracking: We do not track you across other websites

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services we use may set their own cookies:

Google Cloud Platform

For file storage and service infrastructure. Google may use cookies for service operation and security.

Google Privacy Policy →

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Popular Browser Cookie Settings:

⚠️ Important Notice:

Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using the Service. The platform requires authentication cookies to function properly. Disabling functional cookies will reset your preferences on each visit.

6. Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we limit our use of optional cookies to essential functionality only. However, essential authentication cookies are still required for the Service to function.

7. Cookie Consent

By using the eAIP Service, you consent to our use of essential cookies required for authentication and core functionality. For optional cookies:

  • We will request your consent before setting non-essential cookies
  • You can withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings
  • Withdrawing consent will not affect the use of essential cookies

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via email and posted on the Service. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.

9. Contact Us

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

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.