Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CronOS ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which we collectively refer to as "cookies" in this policy.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are essential for the service to work.

Session Management: To maintain your session and ensure security
Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and ensure data integrity
Load Balancing: To distribute traffic across servers

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and choices to provide a better user experience.

Theme Preferences: To remember your dark/light mode preference
Language Settings: To remember your preferred language
User Preferences: To remember your settings and customizations

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's functionality and user experience.

Usage Analytics: To analyze how users navigate and use our service
Performance Monitoring: To monitor and improve website performance
Error Tracking: To identify and fix technical issues

4. Third-Party Cookies

In some cases, we may use third-party services that set cookies on your device. These third parties may include:

Analytics Providers: To help us understand website usage and performance
Content Delivery Networks: To deliver content efficiently
Security Services: To protect against threats and attacks

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate the website.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings across sessions.

6. Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking certain cookies may impact your ability to use some features of our service.

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

6.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can also use opt-out tools provided by third-party analytics providers to opt out of certain tracking cookies. However, note that opting out may affect the functionality of some features.

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through our cookie management options.

8. Changes 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 posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@cron-os.app
Address: [Your Company Address]