Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 28, 2026 Last Updated: March 21, 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CodeSalvage ("we," "us," "our"), operated by Hanamori Labs, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform (collectively, "the Platform").

By using the Platform, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings or stop using the Platform.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and provide analytics.

Types of storage:

Cookies: Small text files stored by your browser
Local Storage: Key-value pairs stored in your browser
Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close the browser

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

Keep you logged in
Remember your preferences
Protect against security threats
Analyze how you use the Platform
Improve Platform performance
Provide personalized experiences

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

Purpose: These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function. You cannot opt out of essential cookies. Examples:

Session cookies: Keep you logged in
Security tokens: Protect against CSRF attacks
Authentication cookies: Verify your identity
Load balancing cookies: Distribute traffic across servers

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close browser) or up to 30 days Data collected:

Session ID
User ID (encrypted)
CSRF token
Authentication state

Cannot be disabled: The Platform will not work without these cookies.

4.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Remember your preferences and improve your experience. Examples:

Language preference: Remember your selected language
Theme preference: Remember dark/light mode choice
Notification settings: Remember which notifications you want
Recent searches: Remember your search history

Duration: Up to 1 year Data collected:

Language code (e.g., "en", "es")
Theme preference ("light" or "dark")
Notification preferences
Recent search queries

How to opt out: Settings → Privacy → Functional Cookies → Disable

4.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use the Platform so we can improve it. Examples:

Google Analytics: Track page views, session duration, bounce rate
Cloudflare Analytics: Monitor performance and detect issues

Duration: Up to 2 years Data collected:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Click patterns
Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Browser type
Screen resolution
Referring website
Approximate location (city/country level)

How to opt out:

Settings → Privacy → Analytics Cookies → Disable
Google Analytics opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.4 Performance Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Monitor Platform performance and identify errors. Examples:

Honeybadger: Error monitoring and crash reporting
Redis Cache: Store temporary data for faster page loads

Duration: Up to 1 year Data collected:

Page load times
API response times
Error messages
Browser console errors
User ID (for error context, anonymized)

How to opt out: Settings → Privacy → Performance Cookies → Disable

5. Third-Party Cookies

5.1 Google Analytics

Purpose: Website traffic analysis Provider: Google LLC Data collected:

Page views
Session duration
Bounce rate
Device information
Geographic location (city/country)

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout Duration: Up to 2 years

5.2 Stripe

Purpose: Payment processing Provider: Stripe, Inc. Data collected:

Payment verification status
Fraud detection data
Device fingerprint

Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy Opt-out: Cannot opt out (required for payments) Duration: Session only

5.3 Cloudflare

Purpose: CDN, DDoS protection, performance optimization Provider: Cloudflare, Inc. Data collected:

IP address
Browser type
Request metadata

Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/ Opt-out: Cannot opt out (required for security) Duration: Session only

6. Cookie Details

6.1 First-Party Cookies (Set by CodeSalvage)

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7. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to store:

Data stored:

Draft project listings (auto-save)
Shopping cart (for future features)
User preferences
Cached API responses

Duration: Persistent (until manually cleared) How to clear: Browser settings → Clear browsing data → Local storage

8. Session Storage

We use session storage for temporary data:

Data stored:

Form validation errors
Temporary UI state
Redirect URLs

Duration: Cleared when browser tab is closed

9. How to Control Cookies

9.1 Platform Cookie Preferences

Access: Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences Options:

Essential Cookies: Always On (required)
Functional Cookies: On/Off
Analytics Cookies: On/Off
Performance Cookies: On/Off

Changes take effect: Immediately (refresh page)

9.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies only
Delete cookies after each session
View and delete individual cookies

How to manage cookies in popular browsers: Google Chrome:

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Choose your cookie settings
Manage individual cookies: Site Settings → View permissions and data stored

Mozilla Firefox:

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Choose your cookie settings
Manage Data → View and remove individual cookies

Safari (Mac):

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
View and remove individual cookies

Microsoft Edge:

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Choose your cookie settings
See all cookies and site data → View and remove individual cookies

9.3 Mobile Browsers

Safari (iOS):

Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies

Chrome (Android):

Chrome → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
Choose your cookie settings

9.4 Opt-Out Links

Google Analytics:

Browser extension: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Works across all websites using Google Analytics

10. Impact of Disabling Cookies

10.1 Essential Cookies Disabled

Impact:

❌ Cannot log in
❌ Cannot make purchases
❌ CSRF protection disabled (security risk)
❌ Platform unusable

Recommendation: Do not disable essential cookies.

10.2 Functional Cookies Disabled

Impact:

⚠️ Preferences not remembered
⚠️ Must select language/theme each visit
⚠️ Search history not saved
✅ Can still use Platform

Recommendation: Keep enabled for better experience.

10.3 Analytics Cookies Disabled

Impact:

✅ No impact on functionality
⚠️ We cannot improve Platform based on your usage
✅ Increased privacy

Recommendation: Disable if privacy is a concern.

10.4 Performance Cookies Disabled

Impact:

⚠️ Errors may not be reported
⚠️ Platform may be slower (no caching)
✅ Can still use Platform

Recommendation: Keep enabled for better performance.

11. Do Not Track

Do Not Track (DNT) is a browser setting that requests websites not to track you. Our response: We currently do not respond to DNT signals. This is because there is no industry standard for how to interpret DNT. How to enable DNT:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Send a "Do Not Track" request
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Send websites a "Do Not Track" signal
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Website tracking

12. Cookies and Children

CodeSalvage is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.

If you believe a child under 18 has used the Platform, please contact us at [email protected].

13. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Material changes: We will notify you via email or Platform notification. Continued use: Using the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

14. Cookie Consent

14.1 First-Time Visitors

When you first visit the Platform, you will see a cookie consent banner.

Options:

Accept All Cookies: Enable all cookie types
Essential Only: Enable only essential cookies
Customize: Choose which cookie types to enable

Your choice is saved and you won't see the banner again (unless you clear cookies).

14.2 Changing Your Mind

You can change your cookie preferences at any time:

Access: Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences Changes take effect: Immediately (page refresh may be required)

15. International Users

15.1 European Union (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Know what cookies we use
Opt out of non-essential cookies
Withdraw consent at any time

Legal basis for cookies:

Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (Platform functionality)
Optional cookies: Consent (you opt in)

15.2 California (CCPA)

Under CCPA, you have the right to:

Know what information is collected via cookies
Opt out of sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy:

Hanamori Labs, LLC (operating as CodeSalvage) Address: 1111b South Governors Avenue, Dover, DE 19904, United States Email: [email protected] Subject: "Cookie Policy Inquiry" Response time: We aim to respond within 5 business days.

17. Additional Resources

Learn more about cookies:

All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org
Cookie information: https://www.cookiepolicygenerator.com/cookie-policy-generator/

Browser cookie guides:

Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09

18. Summary

Essential cookies: ✅ Always on (required for Platform to work) Functional cookies: ⚙️ Optional (remember your preferences) Analytics cookies: 📊 Optional (help us improve the Platform) Performance cookies: ⚡ Optional (monitor errors and speed) Control your cookies: Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences

Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Effective Date: January 28, 2026