Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.

How We Use Cookies

AccountancyForms uses cookies to:

  • Keep you signed in to your account
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our platform
  • Improve your user experience
  • Ensure the security of our services
  • Analyze platform performance

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in forms.

  • Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in
  • Security cookies: Protect against fraudulent activity
  • Session cookies: Remember your actions during a browsing session

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices
  • Language cookies: Store your language preference
  • UI cookies: Remember your interface customizations

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Usage analytics: Track how you use the platform
  • Performance metrics: Monitor platform speed and reliability
  • Error tracking: Identify and fix technical issues

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity and may be used to show you relevant advertisements. We do not currently use marketing cookies but may do so in the future with your consent.

Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third-party providers who may also set cookies on your device:

  • Supabase: Authentication and database services
  • Payment processors: Secure payment handling
  • Email service providers: Email delivery and tracking

These third parties have their own cookie policies, which we recommend you review.

Cookie Duration

We use both session and persistent cookies:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Most of our cookies expire within 30 days, though authentication cookies may last up to 1 year for convenience.

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

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

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all cookies from being set
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Clear cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our platform. Essential cookies are required for the platform to function properly, and blocking them may prevent you from:

  • Logging into your account
  • Accessing secure areas of the platform
  • Maintaining your session while using the platform
  • Saving your preferences

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you do not want your online activities tracked. We respect Do Not Track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track browser mechanism is in place.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending you an email.

More Information

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:

  • www.allaboutcookies.org
  • www.youronlinechoices.eu (EU)
  • www.aboutcookies.org