Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that contain information about your interactions with websites. They help us provide a better user experience, remember your preferences, and improve our services.

This Cookie Policy explains how PilaFlow uses cookies and similar technologies (localStorage, sessionStorage) when you access our website and use our services.

2. Types of Cookies and Storage We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (No Consent Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

| Cookie/Storage Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |

| --- | --- | --- | --- |

| pilaflow_session | sessionStorage | Stores authentication token | Session |

| auth_token | sessionStorage | Temporary auth data | Session |

| sb_* | localStorage | Supabase authentication | Until logout |

2.2 Functional Cookies (Requires Your Consent)

These cookies enhance your user experience by remembering your preferences and settings. You can disable these in your browser settings, but some features may not work optimally.

| Cookie/Storage Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |

| --- | --- | --- | --- |

| pilaflow_last_studio | localStorage | Remembers your selected studio | 30 days / Until cleared |

| pilaflow_cookie_consent | localStorage | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |

2.3 Third-Party Cookies

We may embed third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Google OAuth: Sets cookies for authentication flow
  • Google Fonts: No personal data cookies
  • Font Awesome CDN: No personal data cookies

These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies on their websites.

3. How We Use Cookies

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in securely
  • Preferences: Remember your selected studio and settings
  • Performance: Improve website loading and functionality
  • Security: Prevent fraud and unauthorized access
  • User Experience: Customize the interface based on your preferences
  • Legal Compliance: Store your consent preferences for GDPR compliance

4. Your Cookie Choices

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit PilaFlow, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:

  • Accept All: Allow all functional cookies
  • Only Necessary: Use only essential cookies for authentication
  • Manage Preferences: Choose specific cookie types

4.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Clear cookies and cached data
  • Block all cookies (may affect functionality)
  • Allow only specific types of cookies
  • Set notification for new cookies

To manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

4.3 Disabling Functional Cookies

If you disable functional cookies, you may experience reduced functionality:

  • Your last selected studio will not be remembered (automatic reload needed)
  • Some preferences may not be saved

Note: Essential cookies cannot be disabled, as they are required for the service to function.

5. GDPR Compliance

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC):

  • We obtain your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
  • Our cookie banner is displayed prominently on first visit
  • You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your preferences
  • We do not track personal data without your consent
  • Essential cookies for authentication do not require consent

If you believe we are not complying with GDPR regarding cookies, you can lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority or contact us at privacy@pilaflow.cloud.

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing DNT signals. We do not respond to DNT browser signals, but we respect your privacy settings and cookie preferences as configured in our consent banner.

7. Cookie Data Retention

We retain cookie-related data as follows:

  • Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies (localStorage) are retained until explicitly cleared or expire
  • Consent preferences are retained for 1 year
  • You can clear all cookies and data anytime through browser settings

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Material changes will be announced via our website and require your re-consent. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices:

  • Operator: PilaFlow di Mario Rossi
  • Email: privacy@pilaflow.cloud
  • Address: Via Roma 12, 20121 Milano (MI), Italia
  • VAT / Tax ID: IT01234567890

For detailed information about your privacy rights, see our Privacy Policy.