Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them.

2. Our Cookie Philosophy

                Privacy-First Approach: We minimize cookie usage and do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. We use self-hosted analytics (Matomo) that respects your privacy and does not share data with third parties like Google or Facebook.
            

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They include:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains your login session	Session
csrf_token	Security token to prevent cross-site attacks	Session
cookie_consent	Remembers your cookie preferences	1 year

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
language_preference	Remembers your language preference	1 year
map_state	Remembers map zoom and position	Session

3.3 Analytics Cookies (Matomo)

We use Matomo Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics platform hosted on our own servers. Unlike Google Analytics, your data is never shared with third parties.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_pk_id	Recognizes returning visitors (anonymous)	13 months
_pk_ses	Tracks page views in current session	30 minutes
_pk_ref	Stores referral information	6 months

                Matomo Privacy Features:
                IP addresses are anonymized (last 2 bytes masked)
Data is stored on our servers in the EU
No data is shared with third parties
Respects Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings

            

4. Cookies We Do NOT Use

We are committed to your privacy and do NOT use:

Google Analytics
Facebook Pixel
Third-party advertising cookies
Cross-site tracking cookies
Social media tracking widgets

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)

When you make a purchase, Stripe may set cookies for fraud prevention and payment processing. These cookies are subject to Stripe's Privacy Policy.

5.2 Google Sign-In (Optional)

If you choose to sign in with Google, Google may set cookies for authentication. These are only set when you actively choose to use Google Sign-In and are subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:

6.2 Do Not Track

We respect the Do Not Track (DNT) browser setting. When DNT is enabled, our analytics (Matomo) will not track your visit.

6.3 Opt-Out of Analytics

You can opt out of Matomo Analytics specifically:

7. Legal Basis (GDPR)

Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ePrivacy Directive:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: Do not require consent (legitimate interest for website operation)
Functional Cookies: Based on your consent
Analytics Cookies: Based on your consent or legitimate interest (with privacy-respecting settings)

8. Data Retention

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies are deleted according to their expiration dates listed above
Analytics data is retained for up to 12 months, then automatically deleted

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised accordingly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Aihio Labs Oy

Martinniementie 77, 77700 Rautalampi, Finland

Email: [email protected]