Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Hyrea ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at hyrea.se or use our property management platform.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your personal data.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

There are different types of cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-party cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
• Third-party cookies: Set by external services integrated into the website

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to provide essential functionality, improve your experience, and understand how our platform is used. We categorize our cookies into two types: Essential (always active) and Analytics (requires your consent).

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not work without them.

These cookies do not require consent as they are strictly necessary for the service to function.

Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We only set these cookies after you have given your consent via our cookie banner.

Analytics cookies are only activated after you click "Accept" on our cookie consent banner. If you decline or dismiss the banner, these cookies will not be set.

Cookies We Do NOT Use

We believe in privacy-first analytics. We do NOT use:

• Marketing or advertising cookies
• Third-party advertising trackers (Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, etc.)
• Cross-site tracking cookies
• Social media tracking pixels
• Retargeting or remarketing cookies

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

PostHog (Analytics)

PostHog is a privacy-focused product analytics platform. We use it to understand how users interact with our platform so we can improve the experience.

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Feature usage and click events
• Session duration and frequency
• Device type and browser information
• Approximate location (country/city level from IP)

PostHog Privacy Policy: posthog.com/privacy

Supabase (Authentication & Database)

Supabase provides our authentication and database services. Their cookies are essential for keeping you securely logged in.

Supabase Privacy Policy: supabase.com/privacy

Vercel (Hosting)

Vercel hosts our website and may set cookies for performance optimization and preview deployments.

Vercel Privacy Policy: vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Using Our Cookie Controls

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

• Cookie Banner: When you first visit our site, you can accept or decline analytics cookies
• Account Settings: If you have an account, go to Account Settings → Privacy to update your preferences
• Clear Consent: Clear your browser cookies to reset your consent choice and see the banner again

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

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Your Rights by Region

Depending on where you are located, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and tracking:

European Union & Sweden (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Swedish Electronic Communications Act (LEK), we must obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies. You have the right to:

• Be informed about what cookies we use and why
• Give or withdraw consent at any time
• Access information about what data has been collected
• Request deletion of your data
• Lodge a complaint with the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY)

United Kingdom (UK GDPR & PECR)

The UK GDPR and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) provide similar protections to the EU GDPR. We obtain consent before setting analytics cookies and respect your right to withdraw consent at any time.

United States

While there is no federal cookie law in the US, several states have enacted privacy legislation:

• California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know what personal information is collected, right to delete, right to opt-out of sale/sharing
• Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah: Similar rights under respective state privacy laws
• We do not sell your personal information to third parties

United Arab Emirates

Under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection, we process your data lawfully and transparently. We obtain consent for non-essential cookies and provide clear information about our data practices.

Consent Duration & Renewal

Your cookie consent preferences are stored for 12 months. After this period:

• Your consent will expire and you will see the cookie banner again
• You can update your preferences at any time before expiration
• We may ask for renewed consent if we make significant changes to our cookie practices

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Related Policies

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Service