Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "persistent" (they remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session-based" (they are deleted when you close your browser).

Biolink Platform uses cookies and similar technologies to operate, secure, and improve the Service. We use them to authenticate users, remember preferences, understand how you interact with our platform, and deliver a personalized experience.

We may also use cookies to measure the effectiveness of our communications and to serve relevant content.

These cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function. They enable core features such as authentication, security, and account management. Without these cookies, the Service cannot operate properly.

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic platform functionality.

• User authentication and session management
• Security tokens and CSRF protection
• Load balancing and server routing
• Cookie consent preferences

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Service. These cookies help us measure traffic, identify popular pages, and detect navigation issues so we can continuously improve your experience.

Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized wherever possible. We use trusted third-party analytics providers that comply with applicable data protection regulations.

• Page views and unique visitor counts
• Session duration and bounce rates
• Navigation paths through the platform
• Feature usage and engagement metrics
• Geographic and device-type breakdowns
• Referral source tracking

Functional cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make, such as your language preference, theme settings, or display options. They provide enhanced, personalized features.

These cookies are not strictly necessary but significantly improve your experience. Disabling them may result in reduced functionality or a less personalized experience.

• Language and locale preferences
• Theme and display settings
• Previously viewed or edited pages
• Form auto-fill and saved drafts

Some cookies on our Service are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties.

Third-party services we may use include payment processors, analytics providers, and embedded content platforms. We carefully vet our partners to ensure they meet our standards for data protection.

• Payment processing (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Embedded content (e.g., YouTube, Spotify)
• Customer support tools

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or through the cookie consent banner displayed when you first visit the Service.

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

The retention period for cookies varies depending on their purpose. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.

• Session cookies: deleted when browser closes
• Authentication cookies: up to 30 days
• Preference cookies: up to 12 months
• Analytics cookies: up to 24 months

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on the Service or by sending you a notification.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We're happy to provide more information or help you manage your preferences.