# Cookie Notice
We use cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve our community platform. This notice explains what information we collect, how we store it, and your choices regarding cookies and data.
## What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our platform. They help us remember your preferences and provide a secure, personalized experience.
## How We Use Cookies and Store Data
### Essential Cookies and Session Data (Required)
These are necessary for the platform to function and cannot be disabled:
- **Session Management:** Unique session identifiers (64-character codes) to maintain your login status
- **Authentication Security:** Protect against unauthorized access and session hijacking
- **Login Persistence:** Keep you logged in during your browsing session
- **Session Expiration:** Automatic logout for security when sessions expire
_Session data is stored securely in our database and automatically deleted when you log out or sessions expire._
### User Preference Data (Required for Functionality)
We store your platform preferences to provide a personalized experience:
- **Display Settings:** Dark mode preferences and interface customizations
- **Notification Preferences:** Your choices for email summaries and platform notifications
- **Language Settings:** Your selected language for the interface
- **Feature Settings:** Preferences for how platform features behave
_This data is retained until you modify your preferences or delete your account._
### Legal Compliance Tracking (Required)
We maintain records of your consent and agreement acceptance:
- **Terms of Service Acceptance:** Date and time you accepted our terms
- **Privacy Policy Acceptance:** Record of privacy policy agreement
- **Age Verification:** Confirmation of age requirements where applicable
- **Cookie Consent:** Your choices regarding optional cookies and tracking
_These records are retained for legal compliance purposes and cannot be deleted while your account is active._
### Usage Analytics (Platform Internal)
We collect basic usage statistics to improve the platform:
- **Feature Usage:** Which platform features are used most frequently
- **Conversation Statistics:** Basic counts of messages and interactions
- **Performance Monitoring:** Identify and fix technical issues
- **Platform Optimization:** Understand how to improve user experience
_This data is anonymized and used solely for platform improvement._
### Third-Party Services
**Firebase/Google Services (Active):**
- Used for push notifications on mobile devices and web browsers
- Sets cookies for notification delivery and functionality
- Manages notification tokens and delivery status
- Subject to Google's Cookie Policy: [https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies](https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies)
- Required for mobile app functionality and web push notifications
## Your Data and Cookie Choices
### Browser Settings
- Control cookies through your browser settings
- Block or delete cookies (note: may affect platform functionality)
- Most browsers allow granular cookie control
### Platform Settings
- Manage notification preferences in your account settings
- Update display preferences and interface options
- Control which features send you notifications
### Browser Cookie Controls
- **Chrome:** Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- **Firefox:** Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- **Safari:** Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- **Edge:** Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
## Data Retention
- **Session Cookies:** Deleted when you close your browser or log out
- **User Preferences:** Retained until you modify them or delete your account
- **Legal Compliance Records:** Retained as required by law and platform policies
- **Usage Analytics:** Aggregated data retained for platform improvement
## Data Security
All session data and user preferences are stored securely in our database with appropriate access controls. Session identifiers are unique and encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
## Updates to This Notice
We may update this cookie notice to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Please check this page periodically for updates.
## Contact Information
For questions about our cookie use or data practices:
- **Email:** \[[support@opendoormsp.com](mailto:support@opendoormsp.com)\]
- **For detailed privacy information:** Please see our full Privacy Policy
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**By continuing to use our platform, you consent to our use of cookies and data storage as described in this notice.**
**Last Updated:** July 9th, 2025