Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how UnboundBytes uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you and provide a better experience.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember information about you. They're used to improve functionality, analyze usage, and enhance user experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled:
- Session Cookies: Maintain your login state and remember your preferences while browsing
- CSRF Protection: Prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
- Cookie Consent: Remember your cookie preference choices
Performance Cookies
We use these cookies to understand how you use our site and improve its performance:
- Analytics: Track page visits, session duration, and user flow (no cross-site tracking)
- Error Logging: Capture errors to help us fix issues faster
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences for a better experience:
- Theme Preference: Remember if you prefer dark or light mode
- Language Setting: Remember your preferred language
Marketing Cookies
We do not use marketing or advertising cookies. We don't track you across websites or sell data to advertisers.
Third-Party Cookies
Our site uses only essential third-party services that don't place tracking cookies:
Auth0
Auth0 handles authentication and may set cookies for session management. See Auth0's cookie policy at auth0.com/privacy.
Cloudflare
Cloudflare provides infrastructure and DDoS protection. They may set cookies for security and performance. See Cloudflare's cookie policy at cloudflare.com/privacypolicy.
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our site, we ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies:
- Accept: We'll use all cookies (essential + performance + functional)
- Decline: We'll only use essential cookies required for the site to work
- Manage: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.
How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Be warned before accepting cookies
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent the site from functioning properly.
Opt-Out Options
Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of performance/analytics cookies without affecting site functionality. Use the "Cookie Settings" button to disable analytics.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If you've enabled DNT in your browser, we respect that preference and will not use performance cookies.
Data Retention
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Stored for up to 1 year (you can clear anytime)
- Analytics Data: Retained for 90 days, then automatically deleted
Cookie Categories Explained
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Essential | When browser closes |
| csrf_token | Prevents CSRF attacks | Essential | 24 hours |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | Functional | 1 year |
| theme_preference | Remembers dark/light mode choice | Functional | 1 year |
| _ga, _gat | Google Analytics (if enabled) | Performance | 2 years |
International Users
EU/EEA Users (GDPR)
We comply with GDPR cookie requirements. We only use cookies with your explicit consent (except for essential cookies).
California Users (CCPA)
We don't sell cookie data. Cookies are used only to improve your browsing experience, not to track you across websites for advertising.
Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies? Email legal@unboundbytes.com or use the contact form.
Cookies help us serve you better while respecting your privacy. We use them responsibly and transparently.