Codelura Cookie Policy - Cookies Usage, Types & Management Guide

COOKIE & TRACKING POLICY

Cookie Policy

This comprehensive Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies Codelura uses, how they work, and how you can control them. We're committed to transparency about data collection.

Last Updated: March 16, 2026

Version: 2.0

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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 and to provide information to website owners.

How Cookies Work

  • When you visit Codelura, cookies are placed on your device
  • Your browser sends these cookies back to us on each visit
  • Cookies help us recognize you and remember your preferences
  • They improve your browsing experience and platform functionality
  • Cookies expire after a specified period or when you clear them

Cookie Size & Storage

Each cookie is typically only a few kilobytes in size. Your browser can store thousands of cookies without significant impact on device performance. You can delete cookies anytime through your browser settings.

Codelura uses different types of cookies to provide various functionality and improve your experience:

Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. Without them, core features wouldn't work.

  • User authentication and login sessions
  • Security & fraud prevention
  • Basic website functionality
  • CSRF protection & security tokens
  • Remember login state

Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform and track performance:

  • Page views & user interaction tracking
  • Feature usage & engagement metrics
  • Performance monitoring & optimization
  • Error tracking & debugging
  • Tools: Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Hotjar

Preference & Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your choices to enhance your experience:

  • Dark/light mode preference
  • Language & region settings
  • Font size & accessibility options
  • User interface preferences
  • Volume & media player settings

Advertising & Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your activity to serve relevant content (require opt-in):

  • Retargeting & remarketing campaigns
  • Ad performance & conversion tracking
  • Interest-based content recommendations
  • Tools: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel

Cookies are classified based on their origin and the domain that sets them:

First-Party Cookies

Set directly by Codelura domain (codelura.com):

  • Session management & user authentication
  • User preferences & settings
  • Platform functionality cookies
  • Security & anti-fraud measures

Third-Party Cookies

Set by external services & partners:

  • Google Analytics - anonymous usage statistics
  • Google Ads - advertising & conversion tracking
  • Facebook Pixel - social media integration
  • Cloudflare - security & performance
  • Payment processors - secure transactions

Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:

Session Cookies

  • Deleted when you close your browser
  • Used for login sessions & temporary data
  • Don't persist on your device long-term
  • Examples: Session ID, CSRF tokens

Persistent Cookies

  • Remain on your device for a set period
  • Typically range from days to years
  • Used for preferences & analytics
  • Examples: User preferences, analytics tracking

Cookie Expiration

  • Essential cookies: 1 year - indefinite
  • Analytics cookies: 6 months - 2 years
  • Preference cookies: 1 year - indefinite
  • Marketing cookies: 30 days - 2 years

Here's a detailed list of cookies used on Codelura:

Authentication & Security

session_idEssential

Maintains user login session - expires on browser close

csrf_tokenEssential

Prevents cross-site request forgery - expires per request

auth_rememberEssential

Remember me functionality - 30 days expiration

User Preferences

theme_preferencePreference

Stores dark/light mode preference - 1 year

language_settingPreference

User language preference - 6 months

notification_prefsPreference

Notification settings - 1 year

Analytics & Performance

_ga, _ga_*Analytics

Google Analytics tracking - 2 years

_gidAnalytics

Google Analytics session ID - 24 hours

mixpanel_uuidAnalytics

Mixpanel analytics tracking - 5 years

Advertising & Marketing

facebook_pixelMarketing

Facebook conversion tracking - 3 months

google_ads_idMarketing

Google Ads conversion tracking - 6 months

You have full control over cookies in your browser. Here's how to manage them:

Browser-Level Cookie Management

  • Chrome:Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
  • Firefox:Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari:Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
  • Edge:Settings → Privacy → Cookies and Other Site Data

Cookie Management Options

  • Block All Cookies: Prevent all cookies from being set
  • Block Third-Party Cookies: Allow first-party, block third-party
  • Clear Cookies: Delete existing cookies for specific sites
  • Allow Exceptions: Add specific sites to allow list

Important Note

Blocking essential cookies may prevent Codelura from functioning properly, including login, security features, and basic functionality. Preference cookies help us remember your choices. We recommend blocking only non-essential marketing cookies if desired.

We respect your privacy choices regarding cookies:

Consent Banner

When you first visit Codelura, we show a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept All: Consent to all non-essential cookies
  • Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
  • Customize: Choose specific cookie categories

Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences anytime:

  1. Click "Cookie Settings" in website footer
  2. Go to Account Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences
  3. Manage individual cookie categories
  4. Save your preferences

Do Not Track (DNT)

If you enable DNT in your browser, we will honor your preference and limit tracking cookies. However, some cookies may still be necessary for core functionality.

Your cookie data is protected with multiple security measures:

Security Measures

  • HTTPS Only: Cookies transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections
  • HttpOnly Flag: Session cookies marked HttpOnly to prevent JavaScript access
  • Secure Flag: Sensitive cookies only transmitted over HTTPS
  • SameSite Attribute: Prevents cross-site cookie transmission
  • Regular Audits: Security reviews of cookie data handling

Data Retention

  • Cookies expire based on their lifespan
  • Persistent data in our systems retained per Privacy Policy
  • You can request data deletion anytime
  • Analytics data anonymized after 6 months

Personal Information

Cookies do not directly store personal information like passwords or credit card numbers. They only contain session identifiers that link to data stored securely on our servers.

We partner with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Analytics Partners

Advertising Partners

Service Providers

Partner Compliance

All third-party partners are bound by data processing agreements to protect your information and comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations.

Codelura complies with international data protection regulations:

GDPR (European Union)

  • Consent required before non-essential cookies
  • Right to access, delete, and export cookie data
  • Cookie banner displayed for all EU users
  • Legitimate interest basis for analytics cookies

CCPA (California, USA)

  • Right to know what cookies are used
  • Right to delete cookie data
  • Right to opt-out of cookie-based tracking
  • "Do Not Sell" link available

Other Regulations

  • ePrivacy Directive (EU) - cookie consent
  • LGPD (Brazil) - data protection compliance
  • PIPEDA (Canada) - privacy requirements
  • India DPDPA - digital personal data protection

Are cookies safe?

Yes, cookies are generally safe. They cannot carry viruses or access files. However, they do track behavior. You can always manage them in browser settings. Essential cookies are necessary for website function and don't pose privacy risks.

Can I browse without cookies?

You can block cookies, but many websites won't work properly. Codelura requires essential cookies for login, security, and core functionality. You can still use Codelura by blocking only non-essential (marketing, analytics) cookies.

How often are cookies updated?

We regularly review and update our cookie list as we integrate new services. Major changes will be reflected in this policy. You can always check our cookie list below for current implementations.

What if I disable cookies?

If you disable all cookies, some features may not work (login, preferences saved, etc.). We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled. You can selectively disable analytics and marketing cookies while keeping necessary ones active.

Do you track me across websites?

Third-party cookies from Google and Facebook may track you across multiple websites for advertising purposes. You can opt-out through Google Ads Settings or Facebook Settings. We respect DNT signals and allow users to disable these cookies.

This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review it regularly.

Policy Updates

  • Updates take effect on the date posted
  • "Last Updated" date shown at bottom of page
  • Significant changes communicated via email
  • Continued use of platform = acceptance of updated policy

Privacy Inquiries

privacy@codelura.com

For privacy & cookie questions

General Support

support@codelura.com

For general inquiries

Response Timeline

We respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours. For complex requests, we may need up to 30 days to comply with your rights.