Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate your session, and provide personalized experiences.
2. How We Use Cookies
RemoteHerd uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our platform
- Improve our services and user experience
- Provide personalized job recommendations
- Analyze platform performance
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the platform to function. They enable core features like account authentication and security.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against attacks | Session |
| remember_me | Keeps you logged in across sessions | 30 days |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your settings and preferences | 1 year |
| search_filters | Remembers your job search filters | 90 days |
| language | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - tracks usage patterns | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| analytics_session | Internal analytics tracking | 30 minutes |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third parties that may set their own cookies:
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and insights
- Email Services: Email delivery and tracking
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing cookie use.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
5.1 Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
5.2 Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Do Not Track: Enable in your browser settings
5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect platform functionality:
- You may need to log in more frequently
- Preferences and settings won't be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- Personalized recommendations may be limited
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:
Email: contact@remoteherd.com