Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how SharedVault Pty Ltd ("SharedVault", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and web application (the "Service"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or by adjusting your browser settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by other websites or services).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Mandatory)
These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Information Gathered:
- Authentication tokens and session identifiers
- Security tokens for CSRF protection
- User preferences for cookie consent
- Language and region settings
Examples:
- Session ID: Maintains your login session
- CSRF Token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
3.2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Service to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Information Gathered:
- User interface preferences (theme, layout)
- Feature usage patterns
- Accessibility settings
Examples:
- Theme Preference: Remembers your dark/light mode preference
- Layout Settings: Remembers your dashboard layout preferences
3.3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Service and user experience.
Information Gathered:
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Time spent on pages
- Click patterns and interactions
- Device and browser information (anonymized)
- Referral sources
Examples:
- Page Analytics: Tracks which pages are most visited
- User Flow: Understands how users navigate through the Service
- Performance Metrics: Measures page load times and performance
3.4. Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Information Gathered:
- Ad interaction data
- Campaign performance metrics
- Retargeting identifiers (if applicable)
Note: SharedVault currently does not use marketing cookies, but this section is included for transparency and future compliance.
4. Cookies Used in Your Browsing Experience
The following table provides detailed information about the cookies we use and the information gathered during your browsing experience:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration | Information Gathered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user authentication session | Strictly Necessary | Session | Session identifier, user ID (encrypted) |
| csrf_token | Protects against CSRF attacks | Strictly Necessary | Session | CSRF token value |
| cookie_consent | Stores user cookie preferences | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | Cookie consent choices (mandatory, functional, analytics) |
| theme_preference | Stores UI theme preference | Functional | 1 year | Dark/light mode preference |
| analytics_session | Tracks user session for analytics | Analytics | 30 minutes | Page views, navigation patterns (anonymized) |
| analytics_user | Identifies returning users for analytics | Analytics | 2 years | Anonymous user identifier, device type (anonymized) |
5. GDPR Compliance
SharedVault is committed to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. Our cookie practices are designed to respect your privacy and give you control over your data.
Your Rights Under GDPR:
- Right to Information: You have the right to be informed about the cookies we use and their purposes
- Right to Consent: You can accept or decline non-essential cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- Right to Access: You can request information about the personal data we process
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
Lawful Basis for Processing: We process cookie data based on:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies (functional, analytics, marketing)
- Legitimate Interest: For strictly necessary cookies required for the Service to function
- Contract Performance: For cookies necessary to provide the Service you have requested
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
Cookie Consent Banner:
When you first visit our Service, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies (strictly necessary, functional, and analytics)
- Mandatory Only: Accept only strictly necessary cookies required for the Service to function
- Customize: Choose which types of cookies to accept
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Delete existing cookies
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience with the Service. Some features may not work correctly if you disable strictly necessary cookies.
7. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These services help us provide and improve the Service. We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the respective third-party privacy policies.
Third-Party Services We May Use:
- Analytics Services: To understand how users interact with our Service (if enabled)
- Security Services: To protect against fraud and abuse
- Content Delivery Networks: To deliver content efficiently
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
SharedVault Pty Ltd
Email: [email protected]
Address: New South Wales, Australia
Last Updated: January 1, 2025