Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
At drenavionex, we believe in being upfront about how we collect and use data when you visit drenavionex.com. Cookies and similar tracking technologies help us understand how people interact with our financial analysis tools, and they let us improve your experience over time. This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you browse. They're basically little data packets that remember things about your visit—like your preferences, login status, or which pages you viewed. Most modern websites use them because they make the web work better.
When you visit drenavionex.com, cookies help us recognize you on return visits and tailor the experience to what you've shown interest in. They can't access other files on your device or spread malware. They just sit there quietly, storing bits of information that make your browsing smoother.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These keep the site functional. Without them, basic features like secure areas and navigation wouldn't work properly. You can't really opt out of these if you want to use the site.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices—things like your preferred comparison settings or which companies you've bookmarked. They personalize your experience without tracking you across other sites.
Analytical Cookies
We use these to understand how visitors use drenavionex.com. They tell us which pages get the most traffic, where people tend to drop off, and what features are most popular. The data is aggregated and anonymous.
Marketing Cookies
These track your browsing patterns to show you relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness. They help us understand which marketing channels bring people to our comparative analysis tools.
How We Use Tracking Technologies
- Keeping you logged in when you navigate between pages on our platform
- Remembering your company comparison preferences and saved lists
- Understanding which financial metrics and analysis features users find most valuable
- Measuring how effective our educational content is at helping people understand comparative analysis
- Improving load times and site performance based on real usage patterns
- Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity or unusual browsing patterns
- Testing new features with small groups before rolling them out to everyone
- Personalizing the order and prominence of different comparison tools based on your interests
We're selective about what we track. We focus on things that actually make the experience better—not just collecting data for its own sake. And we regularly review what we're tracking to make sure it's still necessary and useful.
Cookie Details and Duration
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session and authentication | Session | Essential |
| user_preferences | Stores your display settings and comparison preferences | 12 months | Functional |
| analytics_token | Tracks page views and user interaction patterns | 24 months | Analytical |
| company_bookmarks | Remembers which companies you've saved for later analysis | 6 months | Functional |
| feature_flags | Controls which beta features you see during testing | 3 months | Functional |
| marketing_source | Identifies which channel brought you to our site | 90 days | Marketing |
| performance_monitor | Measures page load times and site responsiveness | Session | Analytical |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Every major browser gives you control over cookies. You can block them entirely, delete existing ones, or set rules about which sites can use them. Here's how to access these settings in common browsers:
Keep in mind that blocking all cookies will affect how drenavionex.com works. Some features might not function properly, and you'll lose conveniences like staying logged in or having your preferences remembered between visits.
Third-Party Services
We occasionally use third-party services that set their own cookies. For example, if we embed a video tutorial or use an external analytics platform, those services might place cookies on your device. We choose our partners carefully and only work with services that respect user privacy.
These third-party cookies are governed by their respective privacy policies, not ours. We don't control how they operate, but we do require that any partner we work with complies with applicable data protection laws and maintains reasonable security standards.
Data Retention and Your Rights
We don't keep cookie data forever. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser, while persistent cookies expire based on the durations listed in our table above. You can delete cookies manually at any time through your browser settings.
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to know what data we collect and request its deletion. If you have specific concerns about how we're using cookies or tracking technologies, reach out to us directly.
Changes to This Policy
We review and update this policy periodically as our practices evolve or regulations change. When we make significant changes, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top and notify active users through the platform. It's worth checking back occasionally to stay informed about how we're handling cookies and tracking.
We're committed to transparency about data collection. If something in this policy doesn't make sense or you want more details about specific cookies we use, don't hesitate to contact us.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
We're happy to explain how cookies work on drenavionex.com or help you adjust your settings. Reach out through any of these channels: