Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Leornia ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (https://leornia.net). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by a third-party service on behalf of the website you're visiting

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.

Examples: Session management, Security features, Load balancing

3.2 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve user experience.

Services We Use:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, page views, and user behavior
• Vercel Analytics: Collects performance metrics and usage statistics

Data Collected:

• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring websites and search terms
• Browser type and operating system
• Device type and screen resolution
• Geographic location (country/city level)

Legal Basis: These cookies require your consent under GDPR and US privacy laws.

3.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices.

Examples: Theme preference (dark mode/light mode), Language preference, Waitlist submission status (localStorage)

These cookies improve user experience and may be based on legitimate interest or consent.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Data Shared: Anonymized usage data
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Vercel Analytics

• Purpose: Performance monitoring and usage analytics
• Data Shared: Anonymized performance metrics
• Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

5. Your Cookie Choices

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Clear all cookies when you close your browser
• Set exceptions for specific websites

Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to:

• Remember if you've joined the waitlist (prevents duplicate submissions)
• Store your theme preference

Local storage works similarly to cookies but stores data locally in your browser without expiration. You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browser data.

7. International Data Transfers

Some of the third-party services we use may transfer data internationally. We ensure that such transfers comply with GDPR requirements through appropriate safeguards.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR and US state privacy laws, you have rights regarding cookies and tracking:

• Right to Consent: Choose whether to accept non-essential cookies
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
• Right to Information: Understand what cookies are used and why
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or other tracking technologies.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: info@leornia.net
• Website: leornia.net

12. Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or cookie preferences.