Cookie Preferences Guide

1. What Cookies Are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They can be session-based (deleted when the browser closes) or persistent (stored longer). Similar technologies include local storage entries we use for theme preferences when you opt in.

2. How Cognidev Uses Cookies

Essential cookies support security, load balancing, and basic site functionality. Analytics cookies, if enabled after consent, help us understand aggregate navigation patterns. We do not use cookies to make automated decisions about individuals.

3. Cookie Table

| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | cognidev_session | Cognidev | Maintains secure session state when logged-in features exist | Session | | cognidev.digital_cookies | Cognidev | Stores your analytics opt-in/out choice | 12 months | | cognidev.digital_theme | Cognidev | Stores light/dark preference | 12 months | | _ga* | Google (if enabled) | Analytics measurement | Per Google policy |

4. Managing Cookies

Use our banner to reject non-essential cookies. You may also clear cookies via browser settings; essential cookies may reappear for stability. See our Privacy Notice for broader rights.

5. Third-Party Cookies

If you consent to analytics, third-party vendors may set their own cookies subject to their policies. Embedded videos or maps may set cookies when you interact with them; we minimize embeds on legal pages to reduce surprises.

6. Impact of Disabling

Disabling essential cookies may break authentication flows. Disabling analytics does not affect core browsing. Theme preferences may reset if related storage is cleared.