Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences and tracking site usage.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
dms_session |
Maintains your logged-in session | 2 hours |
csrf_token |
Security protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
auth_token |
Authentication state | 7 days (Remember Me) |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
theme_preference |
Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
language |
Your language preference | 1 year |
dashboard_layout |
Saves your dashboard customizations | 1 year |
2.3 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you use our service:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
analytics_id |
Anonymous usage analytics (internal only) | 1 year |
page_views |
Tracks page visits for improvements | 30 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use minimal third-party services that may set cookies:
- Stripe: Payment processing (required for transactions)
- No Advertising Networks: We do NOT use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tracking
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (may affect site functionality)
4.2 Our Preference Center
5. Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we:
- Disable non-essential analytics cookies
- Do not track cross-site behavior
- Maintain only essential cookies for functionality
6. Contact Us
For questions about cookies, contact us at: privacy@dmsmonitor.uk