Cookie Policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2025 · Setosys Technologies Inc. · British Columbia, Canada
This Cookie Policy explains how Setosys Technologies Inc. uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on setosys.com. Read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. First-party cookies are set by setosys.com directly; third-party cookies are set by external services we use (such as Google Analytics).
We refer to cookies, web beacons, and local storage collectively as “cookies” in this policy.
2. Cookies We Use
Strictly necessary — always active
Required for the site to function. Cannot be disabled. Store no personal data.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| setosys_consent | Setosys | Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not ask on every visit | Necessary | 1 year |
| __Host-next-auth.* | Setosys / Next.js | Session security token | Necessary | Session |
Analytics — consent required
Help us understand how visitors use the site. All data is aggregated and anonymous. Only set after you accept.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Assigns a random ID to distinguish unique visitors | Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Persists session state across page requests | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users across page visits | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | Analytics | 1 minute |
Functional — consent required
Powers the chat widget. Only set after you accept.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chat_session_* | Chat widget provider | Maintains chat continuity during your visit | Functional | Session |
3. Managing Cookie Preferences
Use the cookie banner on your first visit to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Change your choice at any time via the “Cookie Preferences” link in our footer.
You can also control cookies through browser settings or opt out of Google Analytics via the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on.
4. Third-Party Services and Data Transfers
Google Analytics is operated by Google LLC (United States). Data transfers from the EEA are covered by Standard Contractual Clauses. See Google's Privacy Policy.
5. Do Not Track
There is no agreed industry standard for DNT signals. We do not currently respond to them but will reassess as standards develop.
6. Updates
We update this policy when cookies on the site change. The Effective Date above reflects the latest revision.