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COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: July 2026 · Compliant with UK PECR

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us keep you logged in, remember your preferences, and understand how the platform is used.

2. COOKIES WE USE

ESSENTIAL COOKIES — Always active, no consent required

NAME	PURPOSE	DURATION
sb-auth-token	Keeps you logged in (Supabase session)	1 week
sb-refresh-token	Refreshes your login session	1 month
__Host-next-auth	Next.js security token	Session

FUNCTIONAL COOKIES — Require consent

NAME	PURPOSE	DURATION
bvi-currency	Remembers your selected currency	1 year
bvi-theme	Remembers your display preferences	1 year
bvi-cookie-consent	Records your cookie consent choice	1 year

3. WE DO NOT USE

Advertising or tracking cookies
Third-party analytics (e.g. Google Analytics)
Social media tracking pixels
Cross-site tracking of any kind

4. HOW TO CONTROL COOKIES

You can withdraw your consent for functional cookies at any time via the cookie banner (click "Cookie Settings" in the footer). Essential cookies cannot be disabled as the platform will not function without them.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling all cookies will prevent you from logging in to BVI.

5. LEGAL BASIS

We use essential cookies under our legitimate interest in providing a functional service. Functional cookies are used only with your explicit consent, as required by the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

6. CONTACT

Questions about cookies: privacy@blackvaultintgelligence.com