Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how ElectricalSoft ("we", "our", or "the Application") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit electricalsoft.com. Please read this policy together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences and session information across page loads and visits. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses; they are uniquely assigned to your browser.

2. Cookies used on this site

ElectricalSoft uses only a minimal set of cookies necessary for the service to function correctly. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics scripts (e.g. Google Analytics).

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Application to work and cannot be disabled. They do not require your consent under applicable law (ePrivacy Directive / GDPR).

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
`sessionid`	ElectricalSoft	Maintains your authenticated session (login, theme preference stored server-side).	Session / 2 weeks
`csrftoken`	ElectricalSoft	Protects forms against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.	1 year
`messages`	ElectricalSoft	Temporarily stores notification messages shown after an action (e.g. login confirmation).	Session
`__cf_bm`	Cloudflare	Bot management — distinguishes legitimate users from automated traffic to protect the service.	30 minutes
`cf_clearance`	Cloudflare	Stores proof that the visitor passed a Cloudflare security challenge.	1 year
`__cflb`	Cloudflare	Used for load-balancing; ensures requests from the same visitor are routed consistently.	Session

2.2 Functional / Preference Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make (such as your preferred language) to provide a better experience. Disabling them may affect some features.

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
`django_language`	ElectricalSoft	Stores your selected interface language so it persists across visits.	1 year

2.3 Payment Processing Cookies (Stripe)

When you make a voluntary contribution via Stripe, the Stripe payment widget may set its own cookies strictly within the payment flow. These cookies are necessary for the transaction and are governed by Stripe's Cookie Policy. We have no access to or control over these cookies.

2.4 Consent Cookie

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
`cookie_consent`	ElectricalSoft	Records the consent choice you made in the cookie banner ("all" or "essential").	1 year

3. Third-party services

Cloudflare — Provides CDN, DDoS protection, and security features. Cloudflare processes traffic passing through its network and may set cookies for security purposes. More information: Cloudflare Privacy Policy.
Stripe — Processes voluntary contributions. Stripe cookies are only set during the payment flow. More information: Stripe Privacy Policy.
Railway — Hosting provider. May log IP addresses for security purposes. More information: Railway Privacy Policy.

4. How to manage or withdraw consent

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below to reset your consent. Your browser settings also allow you to view, block, or delete cookies at any time — note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent the Application from working correctly.

Browser-specific instructions for managing cookies:

5. Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.