This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how XRates API uses them, and your choices regarding cookies when visiting our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be "persistent" (they remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (they are deleted when you close your browser).
Cookies are set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties who provide content or services on the website ("third-party cookies").
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. You cannot opt out of essential cookies as the website cannot function without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| rates_api_session | Manages your session and keeps you logged in | 2 hours |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | 2 hours |
| remember_web_* | Keeps you logged in when "Remember Me" is selected | 5 years |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and provide a better experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - maintains session state | 2 years |
3. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except essential cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may help you understand how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to operate properly.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver content through our website. These third-party cookies are governed by the respective third party's privacy policy.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site. The information generated is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information to compile reports on website activity for us.
Google's privacy policy is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Paddle (Payment Processing)
Our payment provider, Paddle, may set cookies when you interact with the payment interface. These cookies are used to process transactions securely and prevent fraud.
Paddle's privacy policy is available at: https://www.paddle.com/legal/privacy
Cloudflare Turnstile
We use Cloudflare Turnstile for CAPTCHA protection on forms. Cloudflare may set cookies to verify that you are a real user and not a bot.
Cloudflare's privacy policy is available at: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our cookie practices.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through the contact form on our website, or refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about how we handle your personal data.