Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 27, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Hyriki ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website, use our mobile applications, or interact with our services (collectively, the "Service").
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Service.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies typically contain:
- The name of the website that created the cookie
- A unique identifier for the cookie
- An expiration date (for persistent cookies)
- Information about your preferences or actions on the site
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, tags, scripts, and local storage to enhance functionality and analyze usage patterns.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for several important purposes:
- Essential Operations: Enable core functionality such as user authentication, account access, and security features
- Performance and Analytics: Understand how visitors use our Service, which pages are most popular, and identify technical issues
- Functionality: Remember your preferences, settings, and previous actions to provide a personalized experience
- Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity, unauthorized access, and other security threats
- Advertising: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
- Research and Development: Test new features and improve our Service
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while navigating our Service, allowing you to move from page to page without having to log in repeatedly.
Example: Session ID cookies that keep you logged in during your visit
Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They help us recognize you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences across multiple visits.
Example: Cookies that remember your language preference or theme choice
First-Party Cookies
These are set directly by Hyriki and are used to provide our services, improve your experience, and understand how you interact with our platform.
Control: We have full control over these cookies
Third-Party Cookies
These are set by external services that we use, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. These cookies are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.
Note: We do not control these cookies
4. Categories of Cookies
We categorize our cookies based on their purpose and function:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Service. Without these cookies, core functionality would not work properly.
Used for:
- User authentication and account access
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and network management
- Enabling core features and functionality
✓ These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Service to function.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Service, helping us improve performance and user experience.
Used for:
- Tracking page views and user journeys
- Identifying popular content and features
- Detecting and diagnosing technical errors
- Measuring site performance and load times
Data collected is typically aggregated and anonymized.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced features and personalization based on your preferences and previous interactions.
Used for:
- Remembering your language and region preferences
- Storing your theme choice (light/dark mode)
- Remembering text size and accessibility settings
- Providing personalized content recommendations
Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Used for:
- Showing relevant ads based on your interests
- Limiting the number of times you see an ad
- Measuring advertising campaign effectiveness
- Understanding advertising attribution
You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser or privacy settings.
5. Specific Cookies We Deploy
Below is a detailed list of cookies currently used on our Service. This list is updated regularly to reflect current practices.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sessionid | Maintains user authentication and session state | Essential | Session |
| csrftoken | Cross-site request forgery protection | Essential | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | Analytics | 1 minute |
| theme_preference | Stores your light/dark mode preference | Functional | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie preferences | Essential | 1 year |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare - bot management and security | Essential | 30 minutes |
Note: This table reflects our current cookie usage. Additional cookies may be set by third-party services integrated into our platform.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party partners who may set cookies on your device when you use our Service. These partners help us deliver, measure, and improve our Service.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Service, measure traffic, and improve user experience.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Cloudflare
We use Cloudflare for content delivery, DDoS protection, security, and performance optimization.
Privacy Policy: Cloudflare Privacy Policy
Vercel
We use Vercel for website hosting, performance monitoring, and analytics.
Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
If we integrate social media features (such as share buttons or embedded content), these platforms may set cookies to track your interactions.
Examples: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook - each governed by their respective privacy policies.
Important: We do not control third-party cookies. These partners have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they collect and use your information.
7. How to Manage and Control Cookies
You have several options to control and manage cookies:
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- View and delete existing cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
- Opera: Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies
7.2 Cookie Consent Manager
When available, you can use our cookie consent manager to customize your cookie preferences. Access it through the cookie banner when you first visit our site or through your account settings.
7.3 Mobile Devices
For mobile devices, you can manage cookies and similar technologies through:
- iOS: Settings → Safari → Block Cookies
- Android: Browser Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
- Device advertising settings to limit ad tracking
7.4 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies through:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
Important Considerations
- • Blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience
- • Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Service to function
- • You may need to re-enter login credentials more frequently
- • Some features and personalization may not work properly
- • Cookie settings are browser-specific and device-specific
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a 'Do Not Track' (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how to respond to DNT signals.
At this time, our Service does not respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use the cookie management options described in Section 7 to control tracking and data collection.
We will continue to monitor developments in DNT technology and may update our practices if a standard is established.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the 'Last updated' date at the top of this page
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our Service
- Send you an email notification if you have an account with us
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
We will respond to all legitimate inquiries within 30 days.
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By using Hyriki, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.