Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners.
2. Why We Use Cookies
PDF Guroovy uses cookies for:
- Authenticating your login and maintaining your session
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Understanding how you use our service to improve it
- Preventing fraud and enhancing security
- Showing you relevant content and advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Keeps you logged in to your account | Session (closes when browser closes) |
| User Preferences | Remembers your language and display settings | 1 year |
| Analytics | Tracks anonymous usage data via Google Analytics | 2 years |
| Security Token | Prevents unauthorized access and CSRF attacks | Session |
| Marketing | Tracks interactions for targeted content | 1 year |
| Consent | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
4. Cookie Categories
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They enable login, security, and basic functionality. You cannot disable these cookies without preventing access to the Service.
Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences like language, timezone, and display settings. They make your experience more personalized and convenient.
Analytical Cookies
These track how you use PDF Guroovy anonymously (we don't track individual user data). We use Google Analytics to understand usage patterns and improve our service.
Marketing Cookies
These are optional cookies that track your interests to show relevant content. You can disable these without affecting service functionality.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We use cookies from:
- Google Analytics: Anonymous usage tracking
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
- Social Media: If you use social login (Google, GitHub)
These third parties have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them on their websites.
6. How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit PDF Guroovy, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Manage your preferences to disable non-essential cookies
- Change preferences anytime from Consent Management
Do Not Track
If your browser has "Do Not Track" enabled, we respect this preference for analytical cookies. However, we still use essential security and functional cookies.
7. What Happens If You Disable Cookies?
Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using PDF Guroovy. Other cookies are optional:
- Disabling essential cookies: Cannot log in or use the service
- Disabling functional cookies: Service works but personalization is lost
- Disabling analytical cookies: We lose usage insights but service is unaffected
- Disabling marketing cookies: Service is unaffected; content may be less relevant
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes take effect when posted to the website. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updates.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices:
- Email: privacy@guroovy.tech
- Manage preferences: Consent Management
This policy complies with GDPR requirements for cookie consent and transparency.