Cookies Policy
This policy explains what cookies are, how Profitha uses them, and what choices you have regarding their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve functionality, and provide information to website operators.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services embedded in the site ("third-party cookies").
2. How We Use Cookies
Profitha uses cookies to operate the Platform effectively, improve user experience, and analyse how our services are used. Specifically, we use cookies for the following purposes:
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, session management, and security features. Without these cookies, services you have requested — such as logging into your account — cannot be provided. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for session operation.
- session_id: Maintains your authenticated session while you are logged in
- csrf_token: Provides protection against cross-site request forgery attacks
- auth_state: Remembers your authentication status across page loads
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Platform to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. The information these cookies collect does not identify you individually.
- user_prefs: Stores your interface preferences such as language or display settings
- cookie_consent: Records your cookie consent preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and understand how users interact with the Platform, helping us to improve its performance and usability. All data collected is aggregated and anonymised.
- _analytics: Tracks page views and navigation paths in aggregate form
- _perf: Measures Platform load times and technical performance indicators
4. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we may use third-party services that set their own cookies on your device. These may include analytics providers and infrastructure services. We require all third-party providers to comply with applicable data protection laws and our data processing agreements.
We do not permit third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels that are used to build profiles of your browsing behaviour across unrelated websites.
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit the Platform, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice allowing you to accept or decline optional cookie categories
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when new cookies are set. Please refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions
- Account Settings: If you are a registered user, you may be able to adjust certain data preferences within your account settings
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic operation of the service.
6. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may process personal data (such as a unique identifier associated with your account). Where this is the case, the processing is carried out in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We rely on your consent for the placement of non-essential cookies, and on legitimate interests or contractual necessity for strictly necessary cookies.
7. Retention of Cookie Data
Cookie data is retained only for the duration necessary for its stated purpose. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until their expiry date or until you delete them from your device. You can view and manage the cookies stored on your device at any time through your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable regulations. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through the Platform or by email.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us at [email protected]. We will be happy to provide further information or assist you in managing your preferences.