Cookie Policy
Effective Date: February 15, 2026
•Last Updated: February 15, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences over time, making your experience faster and more personalized.
2. How We Use Cookies
Optcl uses cookies to:
- Ensure platform functionality – Remember your login, preferences, and settings
- Analyze platform usage – Understand how you interact with features
- Improve performance – Identify and fix technical issues
- Maintain security – Protect your account and data
We do not use cookies for advertising or third-party tracking.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Required for the platform to work properly. These cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.
Examples:
- Session authentication
- Security tokens (CSRF protection)
- User preferences (language, theme)
- Form validation
- Cookie consent choice
Duration: Session or up to 12 months
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Help us measure and improve platform performance. We use anonymized data only and do not track individual users across websites.
What we collect:
- Pages visited and features used
- Time spent on platform
- Click interactions and navigation patterns
- Error logs and performance metrics
Tools we use:
- Google Analytics (anonymized IP)
- Internal analytics (aggregated data only)
Duration: Up to 24 months
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
On Optcl Platform
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Scroll to the bottom of any page
- Click "Cookie Settings" in the footer
- Toggle analytics cookies on or off
- Save your preferences
Essential cookies cannot be disabled.
In Your Browser
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using the platform.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Optcl does not allow third-party advertising cookies. We only use:
- Google Analytics (anonymized) – To understand platform usage
- Payment processors (Stripe) – For secure transactions (session cookies only)
These services may set their own cookies. Review their privacy policies:
6. Cookie Lifespan
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Until you close browser | Authentication, security |
| Preference cookies | Up to 12 months | Language, theme, settings |
| Analytics cookies | Up to 24 months | Platform usage insights |
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you're in the European Union, you have the right to:
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our platform evolves or regulations change. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification.
Last updated: February 15, 2026
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or how we handle your data:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Optcl UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Cologne, Germany
Website: beta.optcl.io
For general support: [email protected]