Cookie Policy
Effective date: [EFFECTIVE_DATE]
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how [COMPANY_NAME] ("Nectios", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the Nectios platform ("Service"), and what choices you have regarding their use. This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC, as amended by 2009/136/EC) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your session or preferences. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services operating on that website ("third-party cookies").
2. Cookies We Use
We classify the cookies used on the Nectios platform into the following categories:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Service to function. They cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality. No consent is required for these cookies under the ePrivacy Directive.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
nectios.access-token | Stores the authentication access token to keep you logged in and authorize API requests. | Session / until logout | First-party |
next-auth.session-token | Manages the session state for authenticated users. | Session / until logout | First-party |
next-auth.csrf-token | Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks during authentication. | Session | First-party |
next-auth.callback-url | Stores the redirect URL after a successful login or OAuth callback. | Session | First-party |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They are not strictly necessary but improve your experience.
| Cookie / Storage | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
nectios-legal-lang | Remembers your preferred language for legal documents (localStorage). | Persistent | First-party |
2.3 Security Cookies
These cookies are set by third-party security services to protect the platform against abuse.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_GRECAPTCHA | Used by Google reCAPTCHA v3 to assess whether requests are from a human or a bot. Set during registration, login, and password recovery. | 6 months | |
rc::a, rc::b, rc::c | Additional reCAPTCHA cookies that store interaction data for risk analysis. | Session / persistent |
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to the security cookies above, third-party cookies may be set during the following interactions:
- OAuth login: When you sign in via Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft, or Facebook, those providers may set their own cookies during the authentication flow. These cookies are governed by the respective provider's cookie and privacy policies.
- Payment processing: When payment features are active, Stripe, PayPal, and/or Redsys may set cookies for fraud prevention and payment session management.
We do not use advertising or analytics cookies.
4. Local Storage and Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and session storage to store non-sensitive preferences and application state. This includes:
- Language preferences
- UI state and navigation preferences
- Temporary form data during multi-step flows
These storage mechanisms work similarly to cookies but are only accessible by the website that created them and are not sent to the server with every request.
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to manage and control cookies. Here's how:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Instructions for common browsers:
5.2 Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you block or delete strictly necessary cookies:
- You will not be able to log in or stay authenticated
- Core platform features will be unavailable
Disabling functional cookies may result in a less personalized experience but will not prevent you from using the Service.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective date" at the top of this page and notify you where appropriate.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [CONTACT_EMAIL]
- Data Protection Officer: [DPO_EMAIL]