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How and why we use cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time, so you don't have to re-enter information each time you return. Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remain until they expire or are deleted).
HiPublic uses cookies for the following purposes:
Authentication Cookies
Set when you log in to keep your session active. Login cookies last 2 days; if you select "Remember Me" they persist for 2 weeks. Cleared on logout.
Browser Check Cookie
A temporary cookie set when you visit our login page to verify your browser accepts cookies. Contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
Preference Cookies
Save your display preferences and UI settings. These last for one year.
Analytics Cookies
Used to collect anonymous statistics about how visitors use our site (pages visited, time spent, referral sources). This data helps us improve our platform.
Some pages on our site may embed content or tools from third-party services such as video players, social media widgets, or analytics providers. These third parties may set their own cookies subject to their own privacy policies.
Third-party services we may use include Google Analytics, social media platforms, and advertising networks. We do not control these cookies — please refer to the respective providers' policies for details.
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and some features may not work as intended.
Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their purpose:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@hipublic.com.