Cookie Policy
Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and enabling certain functionality.
This Cookie Policy explains how SCIEN LLC ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at scien.dev (the "Website"). By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
We use cookies to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are essential for providing you with services you have requested.
Session Cookies
- • User session management
- • Security and authentication
- • Form submission validation
- • Shopping cart functionality
Security Cookies
- • CSRF protection
- • Load balancing
- • DDoS protection
- • Performance optimization
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for website functionality and security
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website and improve our services. They collect anonymous information about website usage.
Google Analytics
- • _ga, _ga_* (2 years)
- • _gid (24 hours)
- • _gat (1 minute)
- • Traffic analysis and reporting
Performance Monitoring
- • Page load times
- • User behavior patterns
- • A/B testing data
- • Error tracking and debugging
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt-out at any time)
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide you with a personalized experience on our website.
User Preferences
- • Language and region settings
- • Theme and display preferences
- • Accessibility settings
- • Cookie consent choices
Marketing Preferences
- • Newsletter subscription status
- • Marketing communication preferences
- • Content personalization
- • User account settings
Legal Basis: Consent (you can change preferences anytime)
Third-Party Cookies
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website.
Cookies Used
- • _ga (2 years) - Distinguishes users
- • _ga_* (2 years) - Session state
- • _gid (24 hours) - Distinguishes users
- • _gat (1 minute) - Throttles request rate
Data Collected
- • Page views and sessions
- • User demographics (anonymized)
- • Traffic sources and referrals
- • User behavior and interactions
Opt-out: You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Social Media Cookies
Social media platforms may set cookies when you interact with our content or share our content on social media.
- • Analytics and tracking
- • Social sharing features
- • Professional networking
- • Tweet sharing
- • Social media integration
- • Content engagement tracking
GitHub
- • Code repository links
- • Developer community features
- • Technical content sharing
Note: These cookies are controlled by the respective social media platforms and are subject to their privacy policies
Other Third-Party Services
Content Delivery Networks
- • Cloudflare - Security and performance
- • AWS CloudFront - Content delivery
- • CDN optimization cookies
Marketing Tools
- • Email marketing platforms
- • Customer relationship management
- • Lead generation tools
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Cookie Controls
- • Block all cookies
- • Block third-party cookies only
- • Block cookies from specific sites
- • Allow cookies from trusted sites
Cookie Management
- • Delete existing cookies
- • View cookie details
- • Set cookie expiration
- • Clear browsing data
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Management
We provide a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- • Accept all cookies
- • Reject non-essential cookies
- • Customize your cookie preferences
- • Change your consent at any time
Note: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
Cookie Consent & Your Rights
Your Rights
- Accept or decline non-essential cookies
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Access information about cookies used
- Request deletion of cookie data
Our Commitment
- Transparent cookie usage and disclosure
- Minimal data collection for legitimate purposes
- Secure cookie storage and transmission
- Regular policy updates and compliance
GDPR & CCPA Compliance
GDPR (EU Residents)
- • Explicit consent for non-essential cookies
- • Granular consent options
- • Easy withdrawal of consent
- • Data subject rights protection
CCPA (California Residents)
- • Right to know about cookie usage
- • Right to opt-out of cookie sales
- • Non-discrimination for privacy choices
- • Authorized agent designation
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Functional Impact
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website. Some features may not work properly, and we may not be able to provide personalized content or remember your preferences.
Essential Cookies
- • Website may not function properly
- • Login and authentication issues
- • Form submissions may fail
- • Security features may be disabled
Analytics Cookies
- • No impact on website functionality
- • Reduced personalization
- • Limited performance insights
- • Less optimized user experience
Alternative Solutions
- Progressive Enhancement: We design our website to work without cookies where possible
- Server-Side Analytics: We use server-side tracking that doesn't require cookies
- Local Storage: Some preferences can be stored locally on your device
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: