Cookies are small text files sent by us to your computer or mobile device. They are unique to your account or your browser. Session-based cookies last only while your browser is open and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies last until you or your browser delete them or until they expire.

Local Storage is a modern technology similar to cookies but allows for more data to be stored. Unlike cookies, this data is not sent to the server with every request, making the application faster and more efficient.

We use these technologies to make our services work better for you. Specifically:

• Authentication: To keep you signed in as you move between pages.
• Preferences: To remember your settings, like your last active module or organization.
• Performance: To speed up the application by storing data locally so it does not have to be fetched every time.
• Analytics: To understand how you use the platform so we can improve the experience.

We partner with trusted third parties to provide certain features:

• Google Auth: We use Google for secure sign-in. Google may set cookies to manage the authentication process.
• Mapbox: Our interactive maps use Mapbox, which may store technical data to ensure maps load correctly and remember your zoom/position preferences.

You have the power to control how cookies and local storage are used:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block or delete them, though some parts of AirQo may not work correctly if you do.
• Platform Settings: You can clear your local preferences at any time by logging out or clearing your browser's site data.

We may update this policy from time to time as our platform evolves. We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed about how we use these technologies.

For any questions regarding this policy, please contact us at support@airqo.net.