1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site.
This Cookies Policy explains how MathsMind AI Ltd ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on Planly.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for Planly to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| remember_token | "Remember me" functionality | 30 days |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your display preferences | 1 year |
| calendar_view | Remembers your preferred calendar view | 1 year |
| timezone | Stores your timezone preference | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use Planly so we can improve our service.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some features may set cookies from third-party services:
- Stripe: For secure payment processing
- Google: For OAuth authentication (if you sign in with Google)
3. Similar Technologies
3.1 Local Storage
We use browser local storage to:
- Store your preferences and settings
- Cache data for offline access (PWA features)
- Improve performance
3.2 Service Workers
Planly uses service workers to:
- Enable offline functionality
- Cache assets for faster loading
- Send push notifications (if enabled)
4. How We Use Cookie Information
Information collected through cookies is used to:
- Keep you signed in securely
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use Planly
- Improve our service and features
- Process payments securely
- Detect and prevent fraud
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5.2 Opting Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Use browser "Do Not Track" settings
5.3 Clearing Cookies
You can delete existing cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that this will:
- Log you out of Planly
- Reset your preferences
- Require you to re-authenticate
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit Planly, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies: Full functionality with analytics
- Essential only: Only cookies required for Planly to work
- Customise: Choose which cookie categories to accept
You can change your preferences at any time in Settings.
7. New Zealand Privacy Act 2020
Our use of cookies complies with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020. Cookie data is treated as personal information where it can identify you, and is subject to our Privacy Policy.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be notified via email or app notification.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
MathsMind AI Ltd
Email: ask@1planly.com