Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar tracking technologies are, how Trader Diary ("we," "our," or "us") uses them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By using Trader Diary, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where your consent is required by law (e.g., under GDPR or ePrivacy Directive).
Legal Compliance: This Cookie Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.
2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
2.1. Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive or browser storage. They allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.
How Cookies Work
When you visit Trader Diary:
- • Your browser sends a request to our servers
- • Our servers may send back one or more cookies along with the webpage
- • Your browser stores the cookies on your device
- • On subsequent visits, your browser sends the cookies back to our servers
- • This allows us to recognize you and remember your preferences
2.2. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
Local Storage
Data stored locally in your browser (e.g., theme preferences, UI state). Similar to cookies but stored differently and can hold more data.
Session Storage
Temporary storage that persists only for the duration of your browser session. Used for temporary data like form inputs.
Web Beacons / Tracking Pixels
Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails. We do not currently use web beacons or tracking pixels, but if we do in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent where required.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose, duration, and origin. Below is a detailed breakdown of each category:
3.1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting privacy preferences.
Authentication Cookies
Purpose: Keep you logged in and maintain your session
Type: First-party, Session/Persistent
Duration: Session (until you log out) or up to 30 days (if "Remember Me" is enabled)
Can be disabled: No (required for Service functionality)
Security Cookies
Purpose: Prevent fraud, protect against unauthorized access, and maintain security
Type: First-party, Session
Duration: Session
Can be disabled: No (required for security)
Preference Cookies
Purpose: Remember your settings (theme, language, display preferences)
Type: First-party, Persistent
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No (required to remember your preferences)
Cookie Consent
Purpose: Remember your cookie preferences and consent choices
Type: First-party, Persistent
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No (required to remember your choices)
Legal Note: Under GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, essential cookies do not require consent as they are strictly necessary for the Service to function. However, we still inform you about their use.
3.2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how you use the Service so we can improve it. They are optional and require your consent (where required by law).
Usage Analytics
Purpose: Understand how users interact with the Service (pages visited, features used, errors encountered)
Type: First-party, Persistent
Duration: Up to 2 years
Data Collected: Page views, click patterns, session duration, error logs (anonymized)
Can be disabled: Yes (through account settings or cookie preferences)
Current Status: We currently use minimal first-party analytics. If we add third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) in the future, we will update this policy, obtain your consent where required, and provide opt-out mechanisms.
3.3. Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They are optional and require your consent.
Enhanced Features
Purpose: Enable advanced features like saved filters, custom dashboards, and personalized recommendations
Type: First-party, Persistent
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (some features may be limited)
3.4. Marketing Cookies (Not Used)
We do not use marketing cookies, advertising cookies, or tracking pixels. We do not:
- • Display third-party advertisements
- • Use advertising networks or ad servers
- • Track you across websites for advertising purposes
- • Share your data with advertisers or data brokers
If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your explicit consent.
4. First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies
Definition: Cookies set by Trader Diary (the domain you're visiting: traderdiary.com)
Our Use: Most cookies we use are first-party cookies. These include authentication, preferences, and our own analytics.
Control: You can manage these through your browser settings or our cookie preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
Definition: Cookies set by domains other than traderdiary.com (e.g., analytics providers, advertising networks)
Our Use: We currently do not use third-party cookies. If we add third-party services in the future (e.g., for analytics or customer support), we will:
- • Update this policy with details
- • Obtain your consent where required by law
- • Provide opt-out mechanisms
- • Link to the third party's privacy policy
5. Third-Party Services and Integrations
While we do not use third-party cookies for tracking, we integrate with third-party services that may use their own technologies:
Hosting and Infrastructure
Services: Cloud hosting providers (for server infrastructure)
Cookies Used: None (server-side only; no cookies set in your browser)
Note: These services operate our servers but do not set cookies on your device.
Future Services: If we add third-party services that use cookies (e.g., customer support chat, A/B testing tools), we will update this section and obtain your consent where required.
6. Cookie Consent and Your Choices
6.1. Consent Mechanism
When you first visit Trader Diary, you may see a cookie banner or notice (depending on your location and applicable laws). This allows you to:
- • Accept all cookies
- • Reject non-essential cookies
- • Customize your cookie preferences
- • Learn more about our cookie usage
6.2. Managing Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
Through Account Settings
If you have an account, you can manage cookie preferences in your account settings under "Privacy" or "Preferences."
Location: Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences
Through Cookie Banner
Click the cookie icon or "Cookie Settings" link (typically in the footer) to reopen the cookie preferences dialog.
6.3. Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by:
- • Updating your cookie preferences in account settings
- • Clearing your browser cookies (see Section 7)
- • Contacting us at privacy@traderdiary.com
Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Service to function.
7. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or allow cookies only from sites you visit.
Mozilla Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
You can block cookies, block third-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close Firefox.
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
You can block all cookies, allow cookies only from websites you visit, or prevent cross-site tracking.
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or allow cookies only from sites you visit.
Important: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use Trader Diary. Essential cookies are required for authentication and core functionality. If you block all cookies, you may not be able to log in or use the Service.
7.1. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices made through our cookie preferences.
8. Legal Framework and Compliance
8.1. GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Under GDPR (applicable to EU residents), cookies that are not strictly necessary require your consent. We:
- • Obtain explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
- • Provide clear information about cookie purposes
- • Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
- • Do not use cookies for purposes beyond what you consented to
8.2. ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law)
The ePrivacy Directive requires consent for cookies except those that are strictly necessary. We comply by:
- • Only setting essential cookies without consent
- • Obtaining consent for all other cookies
- • Providing clear information about cookie usage
- • Making it easy to manage preferences
8.3. CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
Under CCPA (applicable to California residents), you have the right to:
- • Know what personal information is collected through cookies
- • Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- • Request deletion of personal information
- • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
8.4. Other Jurisdictions
We strive to comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate. If you have questions about your rights under local laws, please contact us.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or the Service. We will notify you of material changes by:
- • Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- • Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)
- • Displaying a prominent notice on the Service
Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding cookies, please contact us:
We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 5 business days.
Related Policies
This Cookie Policy works alongside our other legal documents: