Cookie Policy

Last updated: 13 June 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They are widely used to make websites work, remember your preferences, and provide basic analytics. Drive Planner uses a minimal set of cookies and browser storage — only what is necessary to operate the service.

2. Cookies We Use

Session Cookie (Essential)

When you sign in, we set a server-side session cookie (PHPSESSID). This cookie:

• Keeps you authenticated while you navigate the app.
• Expires when you close your browser or sign out.
• Is essential — the Service cannot function without it.
• Does not track you across other websites.

Remember Me Cookie (Functional)

If you choose "Keep me signed in for 30 days" at login, we set a secure remember_token cookie. This:

• Contains a random token linked to your account.
• Expires after 30 days.
• Is only set with your explicit consent (opt-in checkbox).
• Can be cleared by signing out or clearing your browser cookies.

3. Browser localStorage (Functional)

We use your browser's localStorage (not a cookie) to save your interface preferences locally. This includes:

• Theme preference (ds_theme): whether you prefer light or dark mode.
• Sidebar state (ds_sidebar_collapsed): whether the navigation sidebar is collapsed or expanded.

localStorage data stays on your device, is never sent to our servers, and can be cleared by clearing your browser's site data.

4. What We Do NOT Use

• No third-party advertising or tracking cookies.
• No Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tracking scripts.
• No cross-site tracking of any kind.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling the session cookie will prevent you from signing in. Guides for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6. Changes to This Policy

If we introduce new cookies or storage mechanisms, we will update this policy and notify users via the platform.

7. Contact

For questions about our cookie use: info@driveplanner.ie or visit our Support page.