Cookie Policy
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This page explains the small files and browser storage ByteSfera uses, what each one does and how you can control them. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.
Essential cookies
Form protection (bs-csrf): when you open a page with a form, such as the contact form or the contributor application, we set a security token that lasts up to one day. It confirms that a form submission really came from our site and protects you against forged requests.
Sign-in session (bs-session): editors and contributors who sign in receive a secure session cookie. It is not readable by page scripts and is removed when they sign out or the session expires. Readers who do not sign in never receive it.
These cookies are necessary for the features you use, so they do not require consent.
Your analytics choice
Analytics preference (bs-analytics): when you answer the analytics banner, we remember your answer for one year so we do not ask again on every page. If you choose to allow analytics, first-party statistics are recorded as described in our privacy policy. If you decline, no statistics are recorded.
Browser storage
The site may save display preferences, such as your theme, in your browser's local storage. This information stays on your device and is not sent to us.
Managing cookies
You can delete or block cookies in your browser settings at any time. Deleting the bs-analytics cookie will show the analytics banner again so you can make a new choice. Blocking essential cookies may stop forms and sign-in from working.
Questions
If you have questions about cookies or privacy, contact the editorial team through the contact page.