Cookie Policy

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, improve our services, and ensure security. Below are the main categories of cookies we use:

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication: Keeping you logged into your account
• Security: Protecting against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
• Session management: Maintaining your session as you navigate the site
• Load balancing: Distributing traffic across our servers
• Form validation: Ensuring forms work correctly and securely

Without these cookies, core features like account access and portfolio editing will not work.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymized data:

• Page analytics: Which pages and features are most popular
• User behavior: How visitors navigate through the site
• Performance metrics: Page load times and technical errors
• Traffic sources: Where visitors come from (search engines, social media, etc.)
• Conversion tracking: Understanding which features lead to account creation

This data is anonymized and used solely to improve our service.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember your choices and provide enhanced, personalized features:

• Language preferences: Your preferred display language
• Theme preferences: Dark mode vs. light mode selection
• Login persistence: "Remember me" functionality
• Portfolio settings: Your customization preferences
• Editor preferences: Toolbar layouts and editor modes
• Notification settings: Which alerts you want to see

Without these cookies, you'll need to reset your preferences on each visit.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies (Optional)

We may use these cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and measure marketing campaign effectiveness:

• Ad personalization: Showing you relevant ads based on your interests
• Campaign tracking: Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
• Retargeting: Showing you ads for Portiqo on other websites
• Conversion attribution: Understanding which ads lead to sign-ups

You can opt out of these cookies without affecting core functionality.

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on Portiqo:

Essential Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
session_id	Maintains your login session and user state	First-party	Session (deleted when browser closes)
auth_token	Secure authentication token for account access	First-party	30 days
csrf_token	Security protection against cross-site attacks	First-party	Session
cookie_consent	Stores your cookie preferences	First-party	1 year

Functionality Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
theme_preference	Remembers your dark/light mode choice	First-party	1 year
language	Stores your preferred language	First-party	1 year
editor_layout	Saves your portfolio editor preferences	First-party	6 months

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users	Third-party	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users	Third-party	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics - Throttles request rate	Third-party	1 minute

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that we integrate with to provide enhanced functionality. We carefully select our partners and ensure they comply with privacy regulations.

Our Third-Party Cookie Partners:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and user behavior tracking (Privacy Policy)
• Google Fonts: Web fonts for better typography (minimal tracking, Privacy Policy)
• Stripe: Secure payment processing (Privacy Policy)
• Cloudflare: Content delivery and DDoS protection (Privacy Policy)

Note: We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

5. How to Control and Manage Cookies

You have full control over how cookies are used on your device. Here's how to manage them:

5.1 Our Cookie Preference Center

The easiest way to manage cookies is through our Cookie Preference Center:

• Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer
• Toggle individual cookie categories on/off
• Save your preferences (they'll be remembered for 1 year)
• Update your preferences at any time

5.2 Browser Settings

All modern web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies: Prevents any cookies from being stored
• Block third-party cookies: Allows first-party cookies only
• Delete cookies: Remove all cookies when you close your browser
• View cookies: See which cookies are stored on your device
• Manual approval: Accept or reject cookies on a case-by-case basis

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics Cookies

For specific analytics services, you can opt out directly:

• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Do Not Track: Enable the "Do Not Track" setting in your browser (honored by some services)

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience:

If You Disable Essential Cookies:

• ❌ You will not be able to log into your account
• ❌ The website may not function properly
• ❌ Security features may be compromised

If You Disable Functionality Cookies:

• ⚠️ Your preferences will not be saved between sessions
• ⚠️ You'll need to set your language/theme on each visit
• ⚠️ Some personalized features may not work

If You Disable Analytics Cookies:

• ✓ Website functionality remains unchanged
• ✓ Your usage data won't be collected
• ✓ We won't know which features you use (makes it harder to improve)

7. Session vs. Persistent Cookies

We use two types of cookies based on duration:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. Used for essential functions like maintaining your login session.
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (days, months, or years). Used for remembering preferences and analytics.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in cookie technology and tracking methods
• New legal requirements and regulations
• Updates to our business practices and services
• Addition or removal of third-party services

When we make significant changes:

• The "Last Updated" date at the top will be changed
• You'll be notified via a banner on your next visit
• You may be asked to review and accept the new policy

We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@portiqo.app
• Support: support@portiqo.app
• Cookie-specific inquiries: cookies@portiqo.app

We'll respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.