Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit Aya (apply.kwatateam.com). They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Keep you signed in to your Aya account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how our website is used to improve performance
• Ensure security and prevent unauthorized access
• Process your job search requests efficiently

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for Aya to function properly. They cannot be disabled. They enable:

• Authentication: Keeping you logged in via Better Auth session cookies
• Security: CSRF protection and session validation
• Core Functionality: Job search form submission and dashboard access
• Preferences: Remembering your theme and display settings

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Aya by collecting anonymous information about:

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Time spent on different pages
• Error messages encountered
• Loading times and performance metrics

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

• Remembering your job search preferences
• Saving your location and country settings
• Customizing your dashboard display
• Preserving form data during job submissions

4. Third-Party Services

We use a limited number of third-party services that may set cookies:

Stripe (Payment Processing)

When you subscribe to Pro, Stripe sets cookies for secure payment processing. These are essential for completing transactions safely.

Analytics

We may use privacy-focused analytics (such as Umami) to understand usage patterns. These typically do not set cookies or use only first-party, anonymous cookies.

5. What We Do NOT Do

• We do NOT use advertising or marketing cookies
• We do NOT sell your data to third parties
• We do NOT use tracking pixels for ad networks
• We do NOT share cookie data with social media platforms

6. Session vs Persistent Cookies

Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help us:

• Maintain your session while using Aya
• Process job search requests
• Provide security during your visit

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period and help us:

• Remember your login status (30 days)
• Save your preferences between visits
• Improve your experience over time

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Common browsers allow you to:

• Block all cookies (may prevent login functionality)
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive 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

8. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you disable essential cookies, please note that:

• You will not be able to stay logged in
• Job search submissions may not work correctly
• Form data may not be preserved
• Security features may be compromised

We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.

9. Data Security

All cookies used by Aya are transmitted securely via HTTPS. Authentication cookies use the following security attributes:

• HttpOnly: Cannot be accessed by JavaScript
• Secure: Only transmitted over HTTPS
• SameSite: Protected against CSRF attacks

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Posting notifications on our website

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

• Email: aya@kwatateam.com
• Contact form: Contact Us
• Company: Kwata Team Inc.