This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and share personal information.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.
Similar technologies we may use include:
- Web beacons (pixel tags): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails to track whether content has been viewed.
- Local storage: Browser-based storage that persists data locally on your device.
- Session storage: Temporary browser-based storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab.
Throughout this Policy, we use the term "cookies" to refer to all such technologies unless otherwise specified.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as:
- User authentication and session management
- Workspace selection and context persistence
- Security features including CSRF protection
- CAPTCHA verification for bot protection
Legal basis: These cookies are strictly necessary and do not require consent under GDPR/ePrivacy Directive.
| Cookie/Storage | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session | Session / 7 days |
| currentWorkspaceId (localStorage) | Remembers selected workspace | Persistent |
| theme (localStorage) | User interface theme preference | Persistent |
| cf_clearance | CAPTCHA verification | 30 minutes |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
b. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website and application so we can improve performance, usability, and content. Data collected is aggregated and does not directly identify you.
Legal basis: Consent. These cookies are only placed after you accept them via our cookie consent banner.
| Provider | Cookie(s) | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Website analytics provider | _ga, _ga_*, _gid | Website traffic analysis, page views, user journeys | _ga: 2 years; _gid: 24 hours |
| User experience analytics provider | _hj*, _hjSession* | User experience analytics, heatmaps, session insights | Session / 1 year |
c. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features, such as:
- Language and display preferences
- Previously viewed pages and navigation state
Legal basis: Consent or legitimate interest, depending on the specific functionality.
d. Advertising and Marketing Cookies
We and our advertising partners may use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements, measure ad effectiveness, and limit how often you see an ad. These cookies may track your browsing activity across websites.
Legal basis: Consent. These cookies are only placed after you accept them via our cookie consent banner.
3. Email Finder and Email Sender — Cookie Clarification
Cold Navigator's Email Finder and Email Sender features do not use cookies to store, track, or archive any email-related data. Specifically:
- Cookies are not used to store or track discovered email addresses.
- Cookies are not used to save or retain email message content.
- No personal email data is stored inside cookies or local storage.
- Recipient information is never linked to cookies.
- Email engagement data (opens, clicks) is tracked server-side, not via cookies.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, certain third-party services may set cookies on your device when you use our Service:
| Provider | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Website analytics and tag management provider | Website analytics, traffic measurement, and tag management | Available upon request |
| User experience analytics provider | User experience analysis and session insights | Available upon request |
| Security and CDN provider | Security, content delivery, and bot protection | Available upon request |
Third-party cookies are governed by the respective third party's privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies.
5. Your Cookie Choices
a. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website or application, a cookie consent banner will allow you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
You can change your preferences at any time by visiting our Cookie Settings page.
b. Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all or specific cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Note: Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent the Service from functioning properly.
Browser cookie settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
c. Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
d. Global Privacy Control (GPC)
We respect Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as an opt-out of non-essential cookies and tracking.
6. Do Not Track Signals
At this time, our Service does not respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. However, you can control tracking through our cookie consent banner, browser settings, and the opt-out links listed above.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated version with a revised "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated via our website or through the Service.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, contact us at: support@coldnavigator.com