Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.

How We Use Cookies

Utro uses cookies on our website (utro.dev) to enhance your browsing experience and to help us understand how our website is being used. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use and why.

Types of Cookies We May Use

Since this is a static website, our cookie usage is minimal and typically limited to essential functionality and basic analytics.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. For a static website, these are very limited and may include:

• Basic security cookies
• Load balancing cookies from hosting providers
• Session cookies for any contact forms

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

If we implement analytics, these cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

We may use:

• Google Analytics to track basic website usage
• Simple analytics tools for visitor counts and page views

Third-Party Cookies

As a static website, we have minimal third-party integrations. Any third-party cookies would come from:

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)

• Purpose: Faster content delivery and improved website performance
• Data Collected: Technical information necessary for content delivery
• Examples: Cloudflare, Netlify, Vercel (depending on hosting provider)

Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Only if we choose to implement website analytics
• Privacy Policy: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
• Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Cookie Consent and Your Choices

Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings:

• Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings
• You can typically block cookies, delete existing cookies, or set up warnings before cookies are stored
• Please note that blocking all cookies may impact website functionality

Popular Browser Cookie Settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Options

For analytics cookies, you can opt out using:

• Browser settings to block cookies
• Specific opt-out tools provided by analytics services
• "Do Not Track" browser settings (where supported)

Cookie Notice

As a static website, we do not use a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read this Cookie Policy and understand our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
• Essential cookies: Retained for the minimum time necessary for website functionality

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• The cookies we use
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Our business practices

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Provide notice through our website or other appropriate means
• Give you the opportunity to review and update your cookie preferences

Legal Basis for Cookie Use

For our static website, we use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for basic website functionality (such as CDN performance cookies)
• Consent: For any optional analytics cookies, your continued use of the website constitutes implied consent
• Transparency: We provide clear information about our cookie usage in this policy

Given the minimal and non-intrusive nature of cookies on our static website, and the fact that we do not collect personal information through cookies, continued use of the website serves as acknowledgment of our cookie practices.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, including:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Providing personalized content
• Analytics and performance improvements
• Security features

Cookie List

Below is a list of cookies that may be present on our static website:

Essential/Technical Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
CDN cookies	Content delivery optimization	Session/24 hours	Technical
Security cookies	Basic security features	Session	Essential

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years	Analytics
_ga_[ID]	Google Analytics - session information	2 years	Analytics

Contact Information

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• About Cookies
• Your Online Choices
• Network Advertising Initiative