Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how enviPath uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform
- Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
- Security Cookies: Authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Maintain your login state and session data | Session |
| CSRF Token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| Matomo Analytics | Track usage patterns and improve our services | 13 months |
| OAuth Tokens | Authentication and authorization for API access | Varies |
4. Matomo Analytics
We use Matomo, an open-source web analytics platform, to collect information about how visitors use enviPath. Matomo uses cookies to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior patterns. The information generated by cookies about your use of the platform is transmitted to our servers.
We analyze this information to:
- Understand how users interact with our platform
- Identify popular features and areas for improvement
- Detect and diagnose technical issues
- Generate reports on platform usage
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and provide integrated services:
- Discourse Community: For our community forums at community.envipath.org
- External CDNs: For loading libraries like jQuery and Font Awesome
6. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as some features may not function properly.
Browser Settings
You can manage cookies in your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our operations. Please check this page regularly for updates.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.