Cookie Policy
Last Updated: May 2025
At TimeCapsule, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use information. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website and platform, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They contain information that helps websites remember your preferences, improve your browsing experience, and provide essential functionality.
How We Use Cookies
TimeCapsule uses cookies for several important purposes, all designed to enhance your experience while maintaining our commitment to security and privacy:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website and platform to function properly. They cannot be disabled as they are essential for:
Authentication:Maintaining your secure login session
Security: Protecting against unauthorized access and security threats
Core Functionality:Enabling basic features like account creation and will management
Password-less Login: Supporting our secure email-based login system
Performance and Analytics Cookies
We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve our service:
Usage Analytics:Understanding which pages are most visited and how users navigate our site
Performance Monitoring:Identifying and fixing technical issues to maintain our 99.9% uptime guarantee
Feature Usage:Learning which features are most valuable to our users
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
Language Preferences: Remembering your preferred language settings
Interface Customization: Saving your display preferences and settings
Form Data: Temporarily storing form information to prevent data loss
Accessibility Settings: Maintaining your accessibility preferences
Communication Cookies
For our email-based systems and notifications:
Email Preferences: Managing your "I'm OK" confirmation email settings
Notification Status: Tracking delivery status of important system emails
Subscription Management:Managing your newsletter and update preferences
Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while you're actively using TimeCapsule.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences between visits.
First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set directly by TimeCapsule when you visit our website.
Third-Party Cookies
We use a limited number of third-party cookies for:
Security Services:Anti-fraud and security monitoring
Analytics:Understanding website performance (anonymized data only)
Customer Support:Providing chat and support services
Cookie Duration
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session/30 days | Core functionality and security |
| Analytics | 24 months | Performance monitoring |
| Functional | 12 months | User preferences |
| Communication | As needed | Email and notification management |
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Block All Cookies:Note that this may prevent TimeCapsule from functioning properly
Block Third-Party Cookies:This will not affect core TimeCapsule functionality
Delete Existing Cookies:Clear cookies that have already been stored
Notification Settings:Get notified when cookies are being set
Cookie Preferences Center
We provide a cookie preferences center where you can:
View detailed information about each type of cookie we use
Enable or disable non-essential cookies
Update your preferences at any time
Download a record of your cookie preferences
Opt-Out Options
For specific third-party services:
Analytics:You can opt out of analytics cookies while maintaining full functionality
Communication: Customize email and notification preferences
Marketing: We do not use marketing cookies, in line with our privacy-first approach
Important Privacy Considerations
Data Protection
No Personal Data in Cookies:We do not store sensitive personal information in cookies
Encryption: Cookie data is encrypted where appropriate
GDPR Compliance: Our cookie practices comply with GDPR and CCPA requirements
No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share cookie data with unauthorized third parties
Security Measures
Secure Transmission: Cookies are transmitted securely using HTTPS
Limited Access: Only authorized systems can access cookie data
Regular Audits: We regularly review our cookie practices for security
Automatic Expiration: Cookies expire automatically to minimize data retention
How to Manage Your Cookies
In Your Browser
Chrome:
Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Choose your preferred cookie settings
Manage exceptions for specific sites
Firefox:
Go to Preferences > Privacy & Security
Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your settings
Manage exceptions as needed
Safari:
Go to Preferences > Privacy
Choose your cookie and website data preferences
Manage website-specific settings
Edge:
Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Choose your cookie settings
Manage site-specific permissions
On TimeCapsule
Access Cookie Settings: Click the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer
Customize Settings: Choose which types of cookies to allow
Save Preferences: Your choices will be remembered for future visits
Update Anytime: Return to modify your preferences whenever needed
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, please note that this may affect your TimeCapsule experience:
Essential Cookies Disabled:
Unable to log in securely
Core functionality may not work
Security features may be compromised
Analytics Cookies Disabled:
No impact on functionality
Helps us improve our service less effectively
Functional Cookies Disabled:
May need to reset preferences each visit
Less personalized experience
Some convenience features may not work
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:
We will notify active users via email
The "Last Updated" date will be revised
Changes will be highlighted on our website
Previous versions will remain accessible for reference
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:
Subject:
Cookie Policy Inquiry
For technical issues with cookie settings:Email: support@hnw.email
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with:
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
ePrivacy Directive
Other applicable privacy laws
Your continued use of TimeCapsule after any changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of those changes.