OwldoTask Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how OwldoTask ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in compliance with EU regulations (including the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive) and international privacy laws.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They allow us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions on our site. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide valuable information to website owners.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the functioning of our website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work.

2. Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site.

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website 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. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Our site uses Firebase Authentication to enable login and registration via Google. This process requires the installation of cookies managed by Google LLC. If the user does not provide consent for the use of third-party cookies, login or registration via Google will not be available.

The cookies used by Google include, among others: SID, HSID, SSID, SAPISID, APISID, NID, AEC, and secure variants such as _Secure-1PAPISID, etc. You can view Google’s cookie policy here.

4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners (such as Google AdSense). They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Specific Cookies Used on Our Website

Cookie NameProviderPurposeTypeExpiry
laravel_sessionOwldoTask (Laravel)Session management for authenticated usersEssentialSession
XSRF-TOKENOwldoTask (Laravel)Security token to prevent CSRF attacksEssentialSession
SID, HSID, SSID, SAPISID, APISIDGoogle (Firebase Auth)Authenticate users and maintain session securityThird-party / Consent requiredUp to 2 years
_Secure-*, AEC, NIDGoogleEnhanced security and personalization during loginThird-party / Consent requiredUp to 13 months

Third-Party Cookies

Our website includes content and services from third parties that may place cookies on your device. These include:

  • Google Firebase Authentication: Authentication and user management services
  • Google Analytics: Web analytics service
  • Google Adsense: Advertising services

Please note that we do not have control over cookies set by these third parties. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information.

Cookie Management

Your Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Preferences" link at the bottom of our website.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow some control of cookies through browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

You can prevent the setting of cookies by adjusting the settings on your browser:

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

Please note that by disabling certain cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our website.

Ad-Blocker Detection

Our website uses technology to detect if you are using an ad-blocker. This detection is necessary to inform authenticated users about our advertising-supported business model. The ad-blocker detection does not collect personal information but identifies if ad-blocking software is being used.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified to you by email or a prominent notice on our website.

Contact Us

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

Email: info@owldotask.com

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