Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how users interact with their site.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on OnlineBarnManagement for various purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, session management, and security features. Without these cookies, the Service would not work correctly.
- Session ID: Maintains your login session and user authentication
- CSRF Token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
- Preferences: Remembers your language and interface preferences
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service, including which features are used most, how long users spend on pages, and where users navigate. This information helps us improve the Service.
- Google Analytics: Tracks user behavior and website performance
- Heatmap Tracking: Records user interactions and page engagement
2.3 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience.
- Theme Preference: Remembers if you prefer dark or light mode
- Dashboard Layout: Saves your dashboard customization preferences
- Language: Remembers your language selection
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your interactions with marketing content and help us deliver targeted advertisements. You can opt out of marketing cookies without affecting the functionality of the Service.
3. Managing Your Cookies
3.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies from your device
- Block certain types of cookies
- Block all cookies (not recommended as it may break functionality)
3.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
3.3 Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. We respect this preference, though we cannot guarantee all third-party services will honor it.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use cookies from third-party service providers:
- PayPal: Payment processing cookies
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Cloudflare: Content delivery and security
5. Cookie Duration
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Session (expires when browser closes) | User authentication |
| Remember Me | 30 days | Persistent login |
| Analytics | 2 years | Usage tracking |
| Preferences | 1 year | User preferences |
6. Privacy & Security
Cookies themselves do not contain sensitive information. However, they may contain identifiers that link to your account information. We protect this information through:
- Encryption of cookie data
- Secure transmission over HTTPS
- Regular security audits
- Compliance with data protection regulations
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or technology. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of the Service constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Questions About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please use our contact form.