Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 2025

1. What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. It allows the site to remember certain information about your browsing session to improve your experience and measure its audience.

In accordance with the ePrivacy Directive and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), some cookies require your prior consent before being set, while others — strictly necessary for the service to function — are exempt from this requirement.

2. Cookies used

2.1 Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website and application to function. They do not require your consent.

Name Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID Maintains the user session while navigating the application. Session
echopass_consent Stores your analytics cookie preference so you are not asked again on every visit. 13 months

2.2 Google reCAPTCHA v3

We use Google reCAPTCHA v3 to protect site forms against automated submissions (bots). This service analyses browsing behaviour transparently, with no action required from you. It is considered functionally necessary for the security of the service.

Name Purpose Duration
_GRECAPTCHA Stores a session token allowing reCAPTCHA to distinguish humans from bots when forms are submitted. 6 months

Data is processed by Google LLC. Transfers to US servers may occur under EU standard contractual clauses. For more information: Google Privacy Policy.

2.3 Analytics cookies — Google Analytics 4

These cookies allow us to measure website traffic in an aggregated, anonymised way. They are only set if you accept analytics cookies via our consent banner. The data collected does not personally identify you.

Name Purpose Duration
_ga Identifies user sessions via a random ID to distinguish visitors. 2 years
_ga_* Maintains session state for the associated Google Analytics property. 2 years

Data is processed by Google LLC under EU standard contractual clauses. For more information: Google Privacy Policy.

3. Managing your preferences

You can change your choices at any time by clicking the button below or via the "Manage cookies" link at the bottom of every page.

You can also configure your browser to block or delete cookies:

Note: disabling certain cookies may affect your browsing experience on our site.

4. Contact

For any question regarding our use of cookies: privacy@echopass.app