About This Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how AstroWay (app.astroway.info) uses cookies and similar technologies. We believe in transparency and want you to understand what data is stored in your browser.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. Modern web applications also use similar browser storage technologies to keep data locally on your device.
Technologies We Use
AstroWay uses a minimal set of cookies and browser local storage. Categories: - Strictly necessary — session, language, theme, app settings, Cloudflare bot protection (no consent required under ePrivacy Art. 5(3)) - Analytics — Google Analytics 4 (only after consent via the banner) We do not use any advertising or marketing cookies.
Data Stored on Your Device
The following data is stored in browser storage (localStorage / IndexedDB): - JWT session token — to keep you signed in - Interface language (aw_lang) - Theme, chart colors, aspect and planet settings - Saved default values - Your cookie banner choice (cookie_consent) This data is not shared with third parties and never leaves your browser.
Third-Party Services
External services we use: - Google Analytics 4 (G-GY0C1BBPTE) — sets cookies _ga (24 months) and _ga_GY0C1BBPTE (24 months) ONLY after your consent via the banner. Implemented via Google Consent Mode v2 — without consent no cookies are created. Data is transferred to Google LLC (US) under Standard Contractual Clauses (Schrems II). - Cloudflare — CDN and bot protection. May set cookies __cf_bm, cf_clearance (strictly necessary, ePrivacy Art. 5(3) exception). - Ahrefs Web Analytics — cookieless analytics (no cookies). - Google Fonts — loads Inter and Roboto Condensed fonts (no cookies set). - MapLibre GL — astrocartography map with open tiles (no cookies set).
Managing Your Data
You can change your choice at any time: - Click "Cookie Settings" in the footer — the banner will reopen with your current selection - Or use the button at the top of this page If you decline analytics — Google Analytics is not loaded (Google Consent Mode v2). If you accept — it starts working from the moment you click Accept. To fully delete locally stored data, use your browser's "Clear site data" privacy setting. Note: this will log you out and reset all app preferences.
Contact
For questions about our cookie practices, contact us at: info@astroway.info