Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
otinga_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 6 months | Otinga |
session_id | Maintains your session when logged into platforms | Session | Otinga |
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Opt-In)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We only set these cookies with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
What data is collected:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on each page
- Links clicked
- Referring website
- Device type and browser
- Approximate location (city/country level)
Why we collect it:
- Understand which content is most valuable
- Improve website navigation and user experience
- Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Identify technical issues
Third-party service: Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
- Privacy policy: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
- Data processing: Google acts as a data processor on our behalf
- Data retention: 26 months (GA4 default)
- IP anonymization: Enabled by default in GA4
2.3 Marketing Cookies (Future)
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If we introduce them in the future, we will update this policy and request your explicit consent.
3. How We Use Cookies
3.1 Essential Functions
- Maintain your login session when using our platforms
- Remember your cookie consent choices
- Provide security features (e.g., CSRF protection)
3.2 Analytics and Improvement (with consent)
- Measure website traffic and popular content
- Understand user journeys and conversion paths
- Identify and fix usability issues
- Optimize page load times and performance
4. Your Cookie Choices
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner with two options:
- Accept Analytics Cookies: Enables Google Analytics to help us improve the website
- Necessary Cookies Only: Only essential cookies will be set; analytics cookies are blocked
Your choice is stored for 6 months. You can change your preference at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings link in our footer
- Clearing your browser cookies (you'll see the banner again on your next visit)
4.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block cookies from all or specific websites
- Receive a notification before a cookie is stored
- Browse in "private" or "incognito" mode (cookies are deleted when you close the browser)
Note: Blocking necessary cookies may prevent parts of our website from functioning properly.
Browser cookie settings:
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
For Google Analytics specifically, you can:
- Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser (we respect this signal)
5. Other Tracking Technologies
5.1 Local Storage
We may use HTML5 local storage to:
- Cache data for faster page loads
- Store user preferences (e.g., dark mode, language)
- Enable offline functionality in our platforms
Local storage is similar to cookies but stored indefinitely until you clear it. You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or privacy settings.
5.2 Pixels and Beacons
We do not currently use tracking pixels or web beacons. If we introduce them (e.g., for email open tracking), we will update this policy.
5.3 Third-Party Embeds
Our website may include embeds from third-party services:
- Calendar widgets (Calendly, Cal.com): May set cookies for scheduling functionality
- Video embeds (YouTube, Vimeo): May set cookies when you play a video
These services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing them if you interact with embedded content.
6. Cookies on Our Platforms
If you use our SaaS platforms (AI Innovation Engine, Hackathon Platform), additional cookies may be used for:
- User authentication and session management
- Platform functionality and user preferences
- Security and fraud prevention
Details are provided in the platform-specific terms and privacy notices.
7. International Data Transfers
Cookies set by Google Analytics may transfer data to Google servers in the United States and other countries. Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and uses Standard Contractual Clauses for GDPR compliance.
See our Privacy Policy for more information on international data transfers.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes to the cookies we use
- New regulations or legal requirements
- Improvements to our website
When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top
- Notify you via a banner or email for significant changes
- Request new consent if required by law
9. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
Email: privacy@otinga.ioAddress: Otinga B.V., Company Address, Netherlands
You can also contact us to:
- Withdraw cookie consent
- Request deletion of data collected via cookies
- Exercise your GDPR rights (see our Privacy Policy)
This Cookie Policy is effective as of the date stated above.