Last updated: January 2, 2025
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and improving our services.
We use cookies to:
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| connect.sid | Session management and user authentication | Session (expires when browser closes) |
| csrf-token | Protection against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your dashboard layout and display preferences | 1 year |
| theme_setting | Remembers your chosen color theme (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| currency_format | Stores your preferred currency display format | 1 year |
These cookies help us understand how you use our platform so we can improve it:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _bb_analytics | Tracks feature usage and performance metrics | 2 years |
| _bb_session | Measures session duration and user engagement | 30 minutes |
These cookies help protect your account and detect suspicious activity:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| device_fingerprint | Helps identify your device for security monitoring | 90 days |
| login_attempts | Tracks failed login attempts to prevent brute force attacks | 24 hours |
We may use services from trusted third parties that set their own cookies:
We use content delivery networks (CDNs) to improve website performance. These services may set cookies to optimize content delivery based on your location.
We use error monitoring services to identify and fix technical issues. These services may set cookies to track error patterns and system performance.
Cookies fall into two categories based on how long they last:
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are essential for basic website functionality during your visit.
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences between visits.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Cookies
Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data
If you disable essential cookies, some features of BudgetBetter may not work properly. You may experience issues with:
If you use our mobile application, similar tracking technologies may be used. You can manage these through your device settings or within the app's privacy settings.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:
Information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data and use it only for the purposes described in this policy.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through the support channels provided in the application. We're here to help you understand and manage your cookie preferences.