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    Cookie Policy

    Introduction

    This cookie policy explains how PhotoRadar ("we", "us" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. Here you will learn what cookies are, which ones we use, what information we collect with cookies and how this information is used.

    What Are Cookies?

    Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work or improve their efficiency, and to provide information to the website operators.

    Which Cookies Do We Use?

    We use different types of cookies for different purposes:

    Essential Cookies

    Required

    These cookies are required for the basic functions of the website and cannot be disabled.

    supabase-auth-token
    Purpose:
    Authentication and session management
    Duration:
    1 week
    Provider:
    Lovable Cloud
    sidebar-state
    Purpose:
    Stores UI preferences (sidebar)
    Duration:
    7 days
    Provider:
    Local
    mapbox-tiles
    Purpose:
    Map display and navigation - essential core function of the application
    Duration:
    Session
    Provider:
    Mapbox

    Functional Cookies

    These cookies enable enhanced functionality.

    service-worker-cache
    Purpose:
    Offline functionality (PWA)
    Duration:
    1 year
    Provider:
    Local

    Analytics Cookies

    These cookies help us understand and improve the usage of the website.

    _ga
    Purpose:
    Distinguish users
    Duration:
    2 years
    Provider:
    Google Analytics
    _ga_*
    Purpose:
    Store session state
    Duration:
    2 years
    Provider:
    Google Analytics
    _gid
    Purpose:
    Distinguish users
    Duration:
    24 hours
    Provider:
    Google Analytics

    Advertising Cookies

    These cookies enable ad attribution, conversion measurement, and personalized advertising settings.

    _gcl_au
    Purpose:
    Measure ad conversions and campaign performance
    Duration:
    90 days
    Provider:
    Google Ads
    _gcl_aw
    Purpose:
    Store Google Ads click information for attribution
    Duration:
    90 days
    Provider:
    Google Ads
    _gcl_dc
    Purpose:
    Support display and remarketing attribution
    Duration:
    90 days
    Provider:
    Google Ads

    Third-Party Services

    We use third-party services for essential functions of our application:

    • Mapbox (essential technology): For map display and location visualization - a core function of our application. This technology is loaded without separate consent as it is required for basic functionality.Mapbox Privacy Policy
    • Google Analytics: For aggregated usage measurement and product analytics.Google Privacy Policy
    • Google Ads: For conversion measurement and ad attribution when you allow advertising cookies.Google Ads Policy
    • Stripe: For secure payment processing.Stripe Privacy Policy

    How Do I Manage Cookies?

    You have several options for managing cookies:

    1. Via our cookie settings:

    2. Via your browser:

    Most browsers accept cookies by default. However, you can set your browser to reject cookies or notify you when cookies are sent. Note that some parts of our website may not work properly if you disable cookies.

    How Long Are Cookies Stored?

    Your cookie consent is stored for 12 months. After this period, you will be asked for your consent again. You can change your settings at any time via our cookie settings.

    Legal Basis

    The use of cookies is based on:

    • Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR (consent) for functional, analytics, and advertising cookies
    • Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest) for essential cookies

    Withdrawal of Consent

    You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time with effect for the future. Simply open our cookie settings and adjust your preferences or reject all non-essential cookies.

    Updates to This Policy

    We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Please check this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.

    Contact

    If you have questions about this cookie policy, please contact us via our Contact page or read our Privacy Policy.