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Cookie Preferences

Overview​

CADENSA uses cookies to provide essential functionality and enhance your experience. You have full control over which cookies we use, in compliance with GDPR and privacy regulations.

Cookie management:

  • 🍪 Essential Cookies (Always active)
  • ⚙️ Functional Cookies (Optional)
  • Analytics Cookies (Optional)
  • Marketing Cookies (Optional)

Essential Cookies​

Required for basic functionality - Cannot be disabled

These cookies are necessary for the application to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to your actions, such as logging in or filling in forms.

Essential cookies we use:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
cadensa_cookie_consentStores your cookie preferences1 year
cadensa_tokenAuthentication session tokenSession
cadensa_current_unitActive workspace unit selectionSession
cadensa_current_workspaceCurrent workspace IDSession
cadensa_current_workspace_dataWorkspace metadata cacheSession
cadensa_languageUser interface language preference1 year

Why essential?

  • Authentication and security
  • Basic application functionality
  • User session management
  • Critical user preferences

Functional Cookies​

Enhance user experience - Optional

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers. If you disable these cookies, some features may not work properly.

Functional cookies we use:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
cadensa_user_localeRegional settings (date/time format, number format)1 year
cadensa_user_timezoneTimezone preference for accurate time tracking1 year
cadensa_localization_preferencesComplete localization settings1 year
cadensa_sidebar_collapsedSidebar visibility statePersistent

What you'll lose if disabled:

  • Personalized date/time formatting
  • Timezone-aware time tracking
  • Sidebar state persistence
  • Enhanced localization features

Can you still use the app? Yes! Core time tracking and project management features work without functional cookies.

Analytics Cookies​

Help us improve - Optional

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are popular and how users navigate through the site.

Analytics cookies we use:

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users24 hours

What we track (anonymized):

  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Feature usage statistics
  • Performance metrics
  • Error tracking

Privacy:

  • IP anonymization enabled
  • No personally identifiable information (PII)
  • Data stored in EU region (Frankfurt)
  • GDPR-compliant processing

Marketing Cookies​

Personalized advertising - Optional

These cookies may be set by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

Current status: 🚫 CADENSA does not currently use marketing cookies

We respect your privacy and do not track you across other websites for advertising purposes.

Change Your Preferences​

You can modify your cookie settings at any time.

How to access Cookie Settings:

Method 1: Footer Link

  1. Scroll to bottom of any page
  2. Click "Cookie Settings" in footer
  3. Cookie preferences modal opens
  4. Toggle categories on/off
  5. Click "Save Preferences"

Method 2: Settings Panel

  1. Navigate to Settings → Preferences
  2. Find "Cookie Preferences" section
  3. Click "Manage Cookies"
  4. Adjust settings
  5. Save changes

What happens when you change preferences:

When you DISABLE a category: Existing cookies are immediately deleted New cookies in that category won't be created Features dependent on those cookies may stop working

When you ENABLE a category: Cookies are created as you use features Enhanced functionality becomes available Previous settings are restored (if available)

First-time visitors see a cookie consent banner.

Banner options:

Accept All → Enables all cookie categories → Full functionality and features → Supports product improvement

Reject All → Only essential cookies enabled → Core functionality only → Maximum privacy

Cookie Settings → Choose specific categories → Granular control → Balance functionality and privacy

Once you make a choice:

  • Preference is stored in cadensa_cookie_consent
  • Banner won't appear again
  • You can change settings anytime via footer

Version Tracking​

We track cookie policy versions to ensure transparency.

Current version: 1.0.0 Last updated: January 2026

When the policy changes:

  1. Version number increases
  2. You'll see the banner again
  3. You can review changes
  4. You must re-consent

Why we re-prompt:

  • GDPR compliance requirement
  • Transparency about data usage
  • Respect for your privacy choices
  • Industry best practice

Privacy & Data Protection​

GDPR Compliance​

CADENSA is fully GDPR compliant.

Your rights:

  • Right to Access: View all data we store about you
  • Right to Rectification: Correct or update your data
  • Right to Erasure: Delete your account and all data
  • Right to Object: Opt out of analytics/marketing
  • Right to Data Portability: Export your data
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Change cookie preferences anytime

How to exercise your rights:

  • Cookie preferences: Use Cookie Settings (this page)
  • Data export: Settings → Profile → Export Data
  • Account deletion: Settings → Profile → Delete Account
  • Other requests: Contact support@cadensa.io

Data Storage​

Where your data is stored:

Primary region: 🇪🇺 Europe (Frankfurt, Germany)

Cookie data storage:

  • Essential cookies: Browser localStorage (your device)
  • Analytics data: Google Analytics (EU region)
  • Consent records: CADENSA database (EU)

Data retention:

  • Essential cookies: Until logout or expiry
  • Functional cookies: 1 year or until deleted
  • Analytics data: 26 months (Google default, GDPR-aligned)
  • Consent records: 3 years (legal requirement)

Technical Details​

How Cookies Work​

Cookie storage locations:

Browser Cookies:

// Traditional HTTP cookies
document.cookie = "name=value; path=/; max-age=..."

LocalStorage:

// Modern browser storage (most CADENSA cookies)
localStorage.setItem('cadensa_*', value)

Why we use localStorage:

  • Better performance (no HTTP overhead)
  • Larger storage capacity (5-10MB vs 4KB)
  • More control over data lifecycle
  • Easier GDPR compliance (immediate deletion)

What happens when you disable a category:

Immediate actions:

  1. All cookies in that category are deleted from your browser
  2. Application stops creating new cookies in that category
  3. Features dependent on those cookies may degrade gracefully

Example:

User disables "Functional Cookies"
→ Deletes: cadensa_user_locale, cadensa_user_timezone,
 cadensa_localization_preferences, cadensa_sidebar_collapsed
→ Result: App uses default formats, sidebar state not saved
→ Still works: Time tracking, projects, reports (all core features)

Re-enabling:

User re-enables "Functional Cookies"
→ Creates: New cookies as features are used
→ Result: Personalization restored
→ Note: Previous preferences may be lost

Frequently Asked Questions​

Can I use CADENSA without cookies?​

No, not without essential cookies.

Essential cookies are required for:

  • User authentication (you can't log in without them)
  • Session management (stay logged in)
  • Workspace selection (remember which workspace you're using)
  • Basic security features

However:

  • You CAN disable functional, analytics, and marketing cookies
  • Core time tracking features work with essential cookies only
  • You'll just lose some convenience features

Do cookies track me across websites?​

No, CADENSA cookies are first-party only.

What this means:

  • Our cookies only work on cadensa.io domains
  • They don't track you on other websites
  • No cross-site tracking
  • No behavioral advertising network

Exception:

  • Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid) are technically third-party
  • BUT: We've configured strict privacy settings
  • IP anonymization enabled
  • No advertising features enabled
  • You can disable them via Cookie Settings

What if I clear my browser cookies?​

You'll need to log in again and reconsent.

What gets reset:

  • Authentication (you'll be logged out)
  • Cookie preferences (banner appears again)
  • Functional preferences (locale, timezone, etc.)
  • Workspace selection

What's NOT lost:

  • Your account data (stored in database)
  • Time entries, projects, reports
  • Team members and permissions
  • All your work is safe!

How do I opt out of analytics?​

Two methods:

Method 1: Cookie Settings (Recommended)

  1. Click "Cookie Settings" in footer
  2. Disable "Analytics Cookies"
  3. Save preferences → Existing analytics cookies deleted immediately

Method 2: Browser Extensions

  • Use browser extensions like "uBlock Origin" or "Privacy Badger"
  • They block third-party analytics automatically
  • May break some features, so Cookie Settings is preferred

Are cookies shared with third parties?​

Very limited sharing, only for functionality:

Third parties with cookie access:

  1. Google Analytics (only if you enable Analytics Cookies)
  • Purpose: Anonymized usage statistics
  • Data: Page views, feature usage, performance metrics
  • Privacy: IP anonymization, no PII, EU data center

Who DOESN'T get access:

  • Advertisers (we don't use marketing cookies)
  • Data brokers (we don't sell data)
  • Social media platforms (no tracking pixels)
  • Other third parties

We never:

  • Sell or rent your data
  • Share cookies with advertisers
  • Use cookies for profiling
  • Track you across websites

Learn more about privacy and security:

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Last updated: January 2026 Version: 1.0.0 Applies to: CADENSA Web App, Landing Page