This Cookie Policy explains how Sailors Leave Permit uses cookies and similar technologies on our portal at sailorsleavepermit.com. By using our portal, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, to improve user experience, and to provide information to the site operators.
Cookies do not contain executable code and cannot carry viruses. They are stored in your browser and sent back to the originating website each time you visit it.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use a minimal and privacy-respecting set of cookies necessary for the Portal to function. We do not use advertising cookies, third-party tracking cookies, or behavioural profiling technologies of any kind.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Essential / Session | Maintains your session state while you navigate through the application steps (e.g., retaining your email between the eligibility check and OTP verification steps). | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| Session Variables | Essential / Functional | Temporarily stores your verified email, first name, and last name server-side after successful OTP verification to display your application status. | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| Browser localStorage | Functional | Not currently used by this portal. | N/A |
3. Cookies We Do NOT Use
We are committed to your privacy. The following types of cookies and tracking technologies are not used on this portal:
- Advertising or retargeting cookies (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel).
- Analytics and behavioural tracking cookies (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar).
- Cross-site tracking or fingerprinting technologies.
- Persistent login cookies or "Remember Me" functionality.
- Third-party social media cookies.
4. Third-Party Assets
Our portal loads certain external assets that may result in your browser making requests to third-party servers. These include:
- Google Fonts (fonts.googleapis.com) — loads the Inter and Playfair Display typefaces. Google may log your IP address in accordance with their privacy policy.
- Cloudflare CDN (cdnjs.cloudflare.com) — delivers Font Awesome icons. Cloudflare may log request metadata.
- Tailwind CSS CDN (cdn.tailwindcss.com) — delivers stylesheet utilities.
- jQuery CDN (code.jquery.com) — delivers the jQuery JavaScript library.
These are functional delivery services only. We do not receive tracking data from them. Please refer to each provider's own privacy and cookie policies for more information.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in your browser settings at any time. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are set and delete individual cookies.
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites.
- Set preferences for first-party and third-party cookies separately.
- Be notified when a cookie is being set.
Please note that disabling or blocking the essential PHPSESSID session cookie will prevent the Portal from functioning correctly, as it is required for navigation between application steps and identity verification.
For instructions on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please refer to:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: Support@sailorsleavepermit.com
Website: sailorsleavepermit.com