At nodedatadev, we use tracking technologies on nodedatadev.com to improve how our site works for you. This policy explains what we track, why we do it, and how you can manage your preferences. We're committed to being upfront about this stuff—no hidden surprises.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. Think of them as digital sticky notes that help sites remember things about your visit. Some disappear when you close your browser, others stick around longer.
They're not programs and can't carry viruses. But they do help us understand how people use our site and make things work better for everyone who visits.
The Types We Use
We've broken this down into four main categories. Each serves a different purpose on nodedatadev.com:
Essential Cookies
These keep the site functional. Without them, basic features won't work properly. They handle security, load balancing, and session management. We can't really turn these off without breaking things.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and preferences. Things like language settings or form data you've entered. They make your experience smoother by not asking you the same questions repeatedly.
Analytical Cookies
We use these to see how visitors interact with our site. Which pages get the most traffic? Where do people spend their time? This helps us figure out what's working and what needs improvement.
Marketing Cookies
These track your journey across different sites to build a picture of your interests. They help us show relevant content and measure how effective our outreach efforts are. You have more control over these ones.
How They Actually Help
Here's what this tracking does for you when you're browsing nodedatadev.com:
- Keeps you logged in as you move between pages
- Remembers items in your inquiry forms or service requests
- Saves your communication preferences so we reach you the right way
- Helps us spot technical issues before they affect more visitors
- Shows us which automated system solutions people are most interested in
- Lets us test different layouts to see what works better
When you fill out our contact form halfway and then navigate to check our services page, functional cookies remember what you typed. Come back to the form, and your information is still there. Small thing, but it saves you time.
Taking Control
You're not stuck with our defaults. Every modern browser lets you manage cookies, though the steps vary a bit. Here's the general approach:
Browser Settings Walkthrough
- Open your browser's settings or preferences menu
- Look for privacy, security, or content settings
- Find the cookies or site data section
- Choose whether to block all cookies, third-party only, or none
- Some browsers let you create exceptions for specific sites
Heads up: blocking all cookies will stop some features from working. Things like staying logged in or saving your preferences won't function properly. It's your choice, but there's a trade-off.
How Long Things Stick Around
Different cookies have different lifespans. Some vanish immediately, others hang around for months. Here's what we use:
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Until browser closes | Temporary tracking for single visits |
| Authentication | 30 days | Keeps you logged into client areas |
| Preferences | 12 months | Remembers your settings and choices |
| Analytics | 24 months | Tracks usage patterns over time |
| Marketing | 6-12 months | Campaign tracking and attribution |
Third-Party Services
We work with a few external providers who also use cookies on our site. These handle things like analytics and communication tools. Each has their own privacy policies:
- Analytics platforms that track visitor behavior and site performance
- Email service providers that measure campaign engagement
- Infrastructure providers that help with security and delivery
- Communication tools that enable chat and support features
When you use nodedatadev.com, you might be interacting with these services too. We pick partners carefully, but you should know they're there.
Your Rights Matter
You can request information about what data we've collected through cookies. You can also ask us to delete it, though that might affect how the site works for you. If you're concerned about specific tracking, reach out and we'll explain what's happening.
Australian privacy laws give you additional protections. We follow those requirements and take your data seriously.
Updates and Changes
This policy might change as we add features or adjust how we track things. When we make updates, we'll change the date at the top of this page. For major changes, we'll notify active users directly.
We recommend checking back occasionally if you're curious about current practices.
Questions About Cookies?
If something here doesn't make sense or you want more details about specific tracking, get in touch. We're at BARTON RIDGE, 59 Capital Dr, Port Macquarie NSW 2444, Australia.
Email us at support@nodedatadev.com or call +61 890 809 835