Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Kionova, a professional knowledge network, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. By using our platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Table of Contents

1. What Are Cookies?
2. Why We Use Cookies
3. Types of Cookies We Use
4. Third-Party Cookies
5. How to Manage Cookies
6. Updates to This Policy
7. Contact Us

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful.

Cookies can be:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-Party Cookies: Set by Kionova directly
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Keep You Logged In: Remember your authentication status
• Enhance Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Remember Preferences: Save your language, theme, and technical topic preferences
• Improve Performance: Optimize loading times and user experience
• Understand Usage: Analyze how you interact with technical content

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the platform to function. Without them, services you have requested cannot be provided.

Note: These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to function.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our platform.

Your Privacy: Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some features use services from third parties which may set their own cookies:

4.1 Authentication Providers

If you sign in using Google, GitHub, or other OAuth providers, they may set authentication cookies. These are governed by the respective provider's privacy policy.

4.2 Payment Processors

When you make payments, our payment partners (PayPal, Stripe) may use cookies for fraud detection and transaction processing.

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Accept only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies after each session
• Get notifications when cookies are set

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Chrome: Settings - Privacy and Security - Cookies
• Firefox: Settings - Privacy & Security - Cookies
• Safari: Preferences - Privacy - Cookies
• Edge: Settings - Cookies and site permissions

5.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:

• You will be logged out and unable to stay logged in
• Your preferences won't be saved
• Some functionality may be limited

5.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect browser "Do Not Track" signals. When DNT is enabled, we limit data collection to essential functions only.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies:

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Last updated: November 21, 2025