Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. BlazeScan uses cookies to enhance the functionality and performance of our file scanning service.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as:
- Maintaining your session during file uploads
- Remembering your authentication status
- Ensuring security and preventing fraud
- Maintaining CSRF protection
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our service by collecting anonymous information:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Number of files scanned and scan types
- Error messages and loading times
- Popular features and usage patterns
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Language and region settings
- Display preferences and layout choices
- Scan history and saved settings
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics services to help improve our service. These cookies collect information about:
- How users navigate through our service
- Which features are most popular
- Technical performance metrics
- User demographics (anonymized)
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our service may include third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Authentication providers: For secure sign-in functionality
- Analytics services: For website usage analysis
- Security services: For protection against threats
- CDN providers: For faster content delivery
4. Cookie Duration
We use two types of cookies based on duration:
Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for essential functionality during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences between visits. Typical durations range from 30 days to 2 years.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Get notified when cookies are set
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service:
- You may need to re-enter information during each visit
- Some features may not work properly
- Your preferences won't be remembered
- Security features may be compromised
6. Cookie Consent
By continuing to use BlazeScan, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. For essential cookies required for basic functionality, consent is not required as they are necessary for the service to operate.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this cookie policy, please contact us through our contact page.
9. Useful Links
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit: