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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CostMaps ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and Service.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful.

Storage Technologies We Use:

  • Cookies: Small text files stored by your browser
  • Local Storage: Browser-based storage for larger data
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close browser

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
session_tokenAuthenticates your loginSession
csrf_tokenPrevents CSRF attacksSession
cookie_consentRemembers preferences1 year

3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality but are not essential.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
themeDark/light mode preference1 year
langLanguage preference1 year
dashboard_layoutDashboard customization1 year

3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Service.

Cookie NameProviderDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics24 hours
_ga_*Google Analytics2 years

Data Collected: Pages visited, time spent, device type, geographic location (country/city)

IP Anonymization: Enabled

Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-Out

4. Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics

Website analytics

Privacy Policy →

Stripe

Payment processing

Privacy Policy →

Sentry

Error tracking

Privacy Policy →

5. How to Manage Cookies

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a banner allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize preferences. Change preferences anytime by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.

Browser Settings

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Essential Cookies

Disabling prevents login, API requests, and core functionality

Functional Cookies

Loss of personalization, need to re-enter preferences

Analytics Cookies

No impact on service functionality, maintains privacy

7. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookie TypeRetention Period
Session cookiesUntil you close your browser
Essential cookiesUp to 1 year
Functional cookiesUp to 1 year
Analytics cookiesUp to 2 years

You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

8. Contact Us

Privacy Inquiries: privacy@costmaps.com

Data Protection Officer: dpo@costmaps.com

This Cookie Policy complies with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law), CCPA, and PECR. For the complete policy, contact privacy@costmaps.com.

Questions? Contact us