Cookies

Cookies & Rules

Effective Date: July 5, 2025
Last Updated: July 5, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Scynapse (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website located at [www.scynapse.com] (the “Site”).

By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You will be given a clear choice to accept, reject, or manage cookies via our cookie banner or preference center.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to the site owner.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use both first-party (set by Scynapse) and third-party cookies (set by external service providers). These cookies fall into the following categories:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for you to browse the Site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, some services cannot be provided.

Cookie NamePurposeDurationsession_idMaintains your login sessionSession onlycsrf_tokenProtects against cross-site request forgerySession only

🔒 These cookies do not require user consent under GDPR.

b. Functional Cookies

These enable the Site to remember choices you make (e.g., language, region, or preferences) and provide enhanced features.

Cookie NamePurposeDurationlanguage_preferenceStores selected language1 yearuser_settingsSaves interface and theme settings6 months

c. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect anonymized data about how visitors use our Site, helping us understand and improve performance.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration_ga (Google Analytics)Tracks user behavior and session statistics2 years_gidUser distinction24 hours_gatThrottles analytics requests1 minute

📊 We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled and do not combine analytics data with personal profiles.

d. Targeting & Advertising Cookies (Optional / Conditional)

We currently do not run third-party ads, but if enabled in the future, these cookies may be used to deliver targeted content or track the performance of campaigns.

🎯 You will be explicitly asked for consent before enabling these cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third parties to place cookies through our Site for analytics, security, or embedded content (e.g., LinkedIn, YouTube, ORCID).

These services have their own privacy and cookie policies:

4. How You Can Control Cookies

When you visit Scynapse for the first time, a cookie banner will prompt you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Manage preferences via the Cookie Settings Panel

You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings:

🚨 Disabling cookies may affect functionality such as login persistence, session tracking, or site customization.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under GDPR (EU/UK):

  • Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent.
  • Analytics, functional, and targeting cookies require opt-in consent.
  • Consent is stored and can be modified anytime via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.

Under CCPA (California):

  • We do not sell your personal data.
  • You may opt out of cookie-based tracking or data sharing via “Do Not Sell My Info” mechanisms.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. If material changes are made, we will notify users via the cookie banner or on-site message.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, contact:

Scynapse Company
📧 Email: info@scynapse.com
🌐 Website: www.scynapse.com