Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how SilaVoren ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on silavoren.info (the "Site"). By continuing to use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners.

Similar technologies include web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage objects, which function in comparable ways. This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on the Site:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.

• sv_cookies_accepted — Stores your cookie consent preference. Duration: 12 months. Provider: SilaVoren (first-party).

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve the Site's structure and content.

• _ga, _ga_* — Google Analytics cookies used to distinguish users and sessions. Duration: up to 2 years. Provider: Google LLC.
• _gid — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours. Provider: Google LLC.

For more information on how Google uses data collected via these cookies, please visit Google's Privacy Policy.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences across sessions.

• sv_theme — Stores your display preference if applicable. Duration: 6 months. Provider: SilaVoren (first-party).

3. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies may be either "session cookies" or "persistent cookies":

• Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.

The specific duration of each cookie is noted in Section 2 above.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on the Site are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party privacy policies:

• Google Analytics — Google Privacy Policy

5. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
• Google Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Popular browser cookie management guides:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
• Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

6. Your Consent

When you first visit the Site, a cookie consent banner is displayed. By clicking "Accept", you consent to the use of all cookies described in this policy. Strictly necessary cookies are placed regardless of consent as they are essential for the Site to operate.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and not accepting the consent banner on your next visit.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: SilaVoren, Level 3, 21 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
• Phone: +64 9 887 4321