Cookie Policy
GUINEX uses minimal cookies and browser storage — strictly for functionality. We do not use advertising or behavioral tracking cookies.
Last Updated: August 1, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites remember information about your visit. GUINEX also uses localStorage and sessionStorage (browser-based storage mechanisms) for similar functional purposes.
Cookies & Storage We Use
| Type | Name/Key | Purpose | Source | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| localStorage | guinex-theme | Stores your dark/light mode preference | GUINEX | Persistent |
| sessionStorage | guinex_faqs | Caches FAQ data to reduce database calls | GUINEX | Session |
| IndexedDB | firebaseLocalStorage* | Firebase Authentication session state and tokens | Firebase (Google) | Session/Persistent |
| Cookie | __session | Firebase Hosting session management | Firebase (Google) | Session |
| Cookie | Various Cloudinary | Image delivery optimization and CDN routing | Cloudinary | Varies |
What We Do NOT Use
- ❌ No advertising cookies or ad networks
- ❌ No behavioral tracking or retargeting pixels
- ❌ No third-party analytics cookies (Google Analytics, Hotjar, etc.)
- ❌ No social media tracking pixels (Facebook Pixel, etc.)
- ❌ No cross-site tracking or fingerprinting
Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party services may set cookies or use browser storage when you use GUINEX:
- Firebase (Google): Authentication session management, IndexedDB storage for auth tokens. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
- Cloudinary: CDN cookies for image delivery optimization. Subject to Cloudinary's Privacy Policy.
- Google Fonts: May set cookies when loading web fonts. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
- CDN providers (jsDelivr, Cloudflare): May use cookies for content delivery and performance optimization.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies in Settings → Privacy.
- Clearing cookies/storage may log you out of GUINEX and reset your theme preference.
- Blocking essential cookies (Firebase Authentication) will prevent you from logging in.
- You can clear localStorage via browser Developer Tools → Application → Local Storage.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our technology or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated via the Platform. The "Last Updated" date indicates when this policy was most recently revised.