Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 25, 2025
COOKIE POLICY
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size) over a period of time, so you don't have to reconfigure them each time you return to the site.
2. WHAT COOKIES DOES TIMEBLU USE?
2.1 Essential Cookies (do not require consent)
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. You cannot disable them in our systems.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
sb-access-token | Manages your authenticated user session | Session | Supabase (first-party) |
sb-refresh-token | Allows renewing your session without re-authenticating | 30 days | Supabase (first-party) |
cookie-consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | Timeblu (first-party) |
Legal basis: Legitimate interest + technical necessity (Art. 6.1.f GDPR)
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies (require consent)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use Timeblu and improve our service.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
Information collected:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Traffic source (direct, search, referrals, social media)
- Device and browser used
- Approximate geographic location (country/city)
- Interactions with page elements
Data transfer: Google Analytics may transfer data to the United States (Google LLC). Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, which provides adequate data protection guarantees.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR)
Control: These cookies are only activated if you accept analytics cookies in our banner. You can change your preferences at any time from the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
More information: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
2.3 Marketing and Advertising Cookies (require consent)
We currently DO NOT use third-party marketing or advertising cookies.
If in the future we use services such as Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, etc., we will update this policy and request your explicit consent.
3. HOW TO MANAGE YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES?
3.1 Cookie Settings Panel
When you first visit Timeblu, you will see a cookie banner where you can:
- Accept all: Accept all cookies (essential + analytics)
- Reject optional: Reject analytics cookies (essential cookies only)
- Configure: Choose which cookie categories to accept
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
3.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and site data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage website data
Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data
Note: If you disable essential cookies, some service features may not work properly (you won't be able to stay logged in).
3.3 Private Browsing
You can use your browser's private/incognito browsing mode, which deletes cookies when you close the window.
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Timeblu may include content or services from third parties (videos, maps, etc.) that may set their own cookies. We have no control over these cookies.
Current third-party providers: We currently do not include third-party content (YouTube, Vimeo, Google Maps, etc.) that sets additional cookies.
If in the future we include such content, we will update this policy and request your consent when necessary.
5. PURPOSES OF COOKIE USE
We use cookies for:
Essential:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your language and configuration preferences
- Ensure site security (CSRF protection)
- Remember your cookie preferences
Analytics (with your consent):
- Understand how users use Timeblu
- Identify errors and technical problems
- Improve performance and user experience
- Plan new features based on usage data
We DO NOT use cookies to:
- Create user profiles for personalized advertising
- Share your data with advertisers
- Track your activity outside Timeblu
6. HOW LONG ARE COOKIES STORED?
Session cookies: Automatically deleted when you close the browser
Persistent cookies: Remain until their expiration date or until you manually delete them
See table in section 2 for specific durations.
7. LEGAL BASIS FOR COOKIE USE
Essential cookies:
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest (Art. 6.1.f GDPR) and technical necessity
- Do not require consent under the ePrivacy Directive
Analytics and marketing cookies:
- Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR)
- Require prior consent
8. COOKIE POLICY UPDATES
This Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or due to legal requirements.
We recommend reviewing this page regularly. The last updated date appears at the beginning of this document.
9. ADDITIONAL DATA PROTECTION INFORMATION
For more information about how we process your personal data, see our Privacy Policy: https://timeblu.com/privacy
10. CONTACT
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy:
Email: privacy@timeblu.com
Website: https://timeblu.com
11. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
If you believe we have not properly managed your cookie preferences, you can file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.
Applicable regulations:
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR)
- ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC)