READINESSOS

Policy: Cookie Policy

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: TBD

Last Updated: TBD

Contact: ReadinessOS@proton.me

1. Document Purpose

This Cookie Policy explains how ReadinessOS uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the platform, authenticate users, improve performance, analyze usage, remember preferences, and support future platform functionality.

This policy should be read together with the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

• Visitors to the ReadinessOS website
• Registered users
• Vessel accounts
• Founding Vessel participants
• Closed Beta participants
• Future professional profile users
• Future Readiness Passport holders
• Any individual accessing ReadinessOS web services

This policy does not apply to third-party websites linked from ReadinessOS.

3. Definitions

For the purposes of this policy:

Cookie means a small text file stored on a user's device by a website or application.

Session Cookie means a temporary cookie that expires when the browser session ends.

Persistent Cookie means a cookie that remains stored until expiration or deletion.

Essential Cookie means a cookie necessary for platform functionality.

Analytics Cookie means a cookie used to understand usage patterns and improve services.

Marketing Cookie means a cookie used for promotional or advertising purposes.

4. Types of Cookies Used

ReadinessOS may use the following categories of cookies:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for normal platform operation and may include:

• User authentication
• Session management
• Security validation
• Login persistence
• Fraud prevention
• Access control
• CSRF protection
• Multi-factor authentication support
• Platform navigation

These cookies cannot generally be disabled without affecting platform functionality.

Preference Cookies

Preference cookies may store user-selected settings including:

• Language preference
• Theme preference
• Time zone
• Dashboard configuration
• Notification preferences
• Accessibility settings
• Interface customization

These cookies improve user experience but are not strictly required.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help ReadinessOS understand platform usage and improve the user experience.

Information collected may include:

• Pages visited
• Session duration
• Navigation flow
• Device type
• Browser version
• Operating system
• Screen resolution
• Performance metrics
• Error reporting
• Feature usage statistics

Analytics information is used in aggregate whenever practical.

Security Cookies

Security cookies help detect:

• Unauthorized access
• Suspicious login activity
• Session hijacking attempts
• Automated attacks
• Abuse prevention
• Fraud detection

These cookies contribute to platform security.

Future Marketing Cookies

As ReadinessOS evolves, marketing cookies may be used for:

• Product announcements
• New feature campaigns
• Founding Vessel promotions
• Webinar invitations
• Industry events
• Educational campaigns
• Platform growth initiatives

Marketing cookies will only be used where permitted by applicable law and, where required, with user consent.

5. Similar Technologies

ReadinessOS may also use technologies similar to cookies, including:

• Local storage
• Session storage
• Secure browser storage
• Authentication tokens
• Pixel tags
• SDK identifiers
• Device identifiers
• API session tokens

These technologies serve similar operational purposes.

6. Authentication and Session Management

ReadinessOS uses authentication technologies to:

• Keep users signed in
• Verify account identity
• Maintain secure sessions
• Protect vessel accounts
• Prevent unauthorized access
• Support Supabase authentication services
• Support future multi-user vessel permissions

Authentication cookies are considered essential platform functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

ReadinessOS may utilize third-party providers that place cookies or similar technologies, including:

• Authentication providers
• Cloud infrastructure providers
• Analytics providers
• Error monitoring services
• Email delivery providers
• CDN providers
• Payment processors
• Future AI service providers
• Future customer support platforms

Each provider may maintain its own privacy practices.

8. AI and Future Technologies

Future versions of ReadinessOS may use cookies or local storage to support AI-assisted functionality, including:

• Personalized recommendations
• Readiness suggestions
• Dashboard customization
• Learning preferences
• Scenario recommendations
• Professional profile enhancements
• Readiness Passport personalization

These technologies are intended to improve platform functionality and user experience.

9. User Controls

Users may control cookies through:

• Browser settings
• Cookie preference banners
• Device privacy settings
• Future platform privacy controls

Disabling cookies may reduce platform functionality or prevent access to certain features.

10. Browser Management

Most browsers allow users to:

• Delete cookies
• Block cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Receive cookie notifications
• Clear browser storage
• Control tracking preferences

Users should consult their browser documentation for specific instructions.

11. Data Sharing

Cookie-related information may be shared only:

• With authorized service providers
• To maintain platform functionality
• To protect security
• To investigate fraud
• To comply with legal obligations
• During corporate restructuring where legally permitted

ReadinessOS does not sell cookie data to advertisers.

12. International Users

Users acknowledge that cookie-related information may be processed in jurisdictions different from their own.

ReadinessOS will make reasonable efforts to ensure appropriate safeguards consistent with applicable privacy laws.

13. Policy Updates

This Cookie Policy may be updated as the platform evolves.

New technologies, AI services, analytics tools, or regulatory requirements may require revisions.

Updated versions will become effective upon publication unless otherwise specified.

14. Related Policies

This policy should be interpreted together with:

• Terms of Service
• Privacy Policy
• Newsletter Policy
• Data Ownership Policy
• Data Retention and Deletion Policy
• Profile Visibility and Sharing Policy

Where conflicts exist regarding personal information processing, the Privacy Policy shall govern.

15. Revision History

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