Cookie Policy

1. 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, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

• Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
• Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser

We also use similar technologies such as local storage, which functions similarly to cookies but may store more data.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as authentication and security.

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

2.4 Advertising Cookies

We do not currently use advertising or targeting cookies. We do not track you across other websites or show personalized ads based on your browsing behavior.

3. Purposes of Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Authentication: To recognize you when you sign in and keep you logged in
• Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use the Service and improve it
• Performance: To ensure the Service loads quickly and functions properly

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Service are placed by third-party services. These include:

We have no control over third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies for more information on how they use cookies.

5. Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block all or certain cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

For instructions on managing cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

5.2 Opt-Out Links

For analytics cookies, you can opt out using these tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Service, including:

• Staying logged in to your account
• Accessing premium features
• Maintaining conversation sessions

6. Your Consent

When you first visit HeartScene, you may see a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept" or continuing to use the Service, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Adjusting your browser settings to block cookies
• Clearing cookies from your browser
• Using the opt-out links provided above

Under GDPR and similar laws, we rely on the following legal bases for using cookies:

• Essential cookies: Legitimate interests (necessary for the Service)
• Functional cookies: Your consent
• Analytics cookies: Your consent

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you of significant changes through the Service or by email

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: