Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Profile Pilot, operated by Workfinity Private Limited, uses cookies to enhance your experience, maintain your login session, and ensure the Platform functions correctly.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Authentication Cookies

Without this cookie, you would need to log in every time you visit a new page or refresh the browser, significantly impacting your experience.

2.2 Session Management Cookies

We use session cookies to:

• Track your session state and login status
• Remember your preferences during your visit
• Maintain shopping cart contents
• Ensure security by preventing unauthorized access

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.

3. Cookie Security and Privacy

3.1 HTTP-Only Cookies

Our authentication cookies are set with the HTTP-only flag, which means:

• They cannot be accessed by JavaScript running in your browser
• This protects against cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks
• Malicious scripts cannot steal your authentication token

3.2 Secure Cookies

In production environments, cookies are transmitted over HTTPS only:

• All cookie data is encrypted during transmission
• This prevents interception by third parties
• Your authentication information remains secure

3.3 Same-Site Protection

Our cookies use SameSite=Lax protection to prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks, ensuring cookies are only sent with requests originating from Profile Pilot.

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 PayPal Cookies

When you make a purchase, PayPal may set cookies on your device for payment processing. These cookies are subject to PayPal's own cookie policy. We encourage you to review PayPal's Cookie Policy.

PayPal cookies are necessary for payment processing and order fulfillment. We do not control these cookies or have access to the information they collect.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

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

• View and delete cookies stored on your device
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set

Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or block cookies on Profile Pilot:

• You will not be able to log in to your account
• You will not be able to make purchases
• Your shopping cart will not be saved
• Your preferences and session state will not be remembered
• You may experience reduced functionality on the Platform

6. Cookie Duration

Different cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Authentication Cookies: Expire after 7 days of inactivity (you will need to log in again)
• Third-Party Cookies (PayPal): Subject to PayPal's cookie policies and durations

7. Analytics and Tracking

Currently, Profile Pilot uses minimal tracking. We may implement analytics cookies in the future to:

• Understand how users interact with the Platform
• Improve Platform performance and user experience
• Generate aggregated usage statistics

If we introduce analytics cookies, we will update this policy and provide options to opt-out where applicable.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date
• Displaying a notice on the Platform when appropriate

Your continued use of Profile Pilot after changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. European Users (ePrivacy Directive)

For users in the European Union, we comply with the ePrivacy Directive requirements:

• We only use essential cookies necessary for Platform functionality without requiring consent
• We inform you about cookie usage through this policy
• We provide information about managing cookies through browser settings

10. Contact Us

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