Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 14, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how dosya.dev ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and process your personal data.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website operators information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "first-party" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain than the one you are visiting). They can also be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
3. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use the following similar technologies:
- Local Storage: A web storage mechanism that allows websites to store data locally in your browser with no expiration date. We use local storage to save your preferences and session data.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the browser tab is closed. We use session storage for temporary data needed during your current browsing session.
- Pixels and Web Beacons: Tiny transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether a page or email has been viewed and to collect limited information about the viewing device.
When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we include these similar technologies unless otherwise stated.
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and services. They enable core functionality such as authentication, security, and session management. Without these cookies, the services you have requested cannot be provided.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_token | Maintains your authenticated session after login | 30 days | First-party |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| region_pref | Stores your selected server region for optimal routing | 1 year | First-party |
4.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and display options. If you disable these cookies, some features may not work as intended.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your light/dark mode preference | 1 year | First-party |
| lang | Stores your preferred language setting | 1 year | First-party |
| view_pref | Remembers your file view layout (grid/list) | 1 year | First-party |
4.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information about usage patterns. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve our website and services.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics: maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party |
| _dosya_analytics | Internal analytics: tracks page views and feature usage | 1 year | First-party |
4.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an ad and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel: tracks conversions from Facebook ads | 3 months | Third-party |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads: stores conversion data | 3 months | Third-party |
5. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
We rely on the following legal bases for using cookies, depending on their category:
| Category | Legal Basis (GDPR Art.) | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) | Required for the basic operation of the website and service delivery. These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under the ePrivacy Directive (Art. 5(3)). |
| Functional | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) | Enabled by default but you may opt out. These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences. |
| Analytics | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) | Only placed after you actively consent via our cookie banner. Used to understand how visitors use our website. |
| Marketing | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) | Only placed after you actively consent via our cookie banner. Used for advertising and conversion tracking. |
Under the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC, as amended), non-essential cookies require prior informed consent. We do not load analytics or marketing cookies until you have given explicit consent through our cookie banner.
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit dosya.dev, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner with granular category controls. No analytics or marketing cookies are placed until you actively opt in. You can choose which categories of cookies to allow:
- Strictly Necessary: Always active. These cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function.
- Functional: Enabled by default. You can opt out via the toggle, but some features may be affected.
- Analytics: Off by default. Requires your explicit consent before activation.
- Marketing: Off by default. Requires your explicit consent before activation.
You may also use the "Accept All," "Reject All," or "Save Preferences" buttons to set your choices. Your consent preferences are stored in the cookie_consent cookie (not localStorage) and will be remembered for 1 year. You can change your preferences at any time (see Section 8).
When you reject or disable a cookie category, we will immediately attempt to delete any existing cookies in that category from your device.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies and their use is governed by the respective third party's privacy policy:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: Advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google Ads Policy
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: Conversion tracking by Meta Platforms, Inc. Meta Privacy Policy
- Stripe: Payment processing by Stripe, Inc. Stripe may set cookies to facilitate secure payment transactions. Stripe Privacy Policy
8. International Data Transfers
Some of the third-party services we use are operated by companies based in the United States and other countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and Switzerland. When you consent to analytics or marketing cookies, data collected through those cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.
Specifically:
- Google LLC (Google Analytics, Google Ads), based in the United States. Transfers are governed by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook Pixel), based in the United States. Transfers are governed by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
- Stripe, Inc. (payment processing), based in the United States. Transfers are governed by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, Standard Contractual Clauses, and Stripe's Global Privacy Policy.
These safeguards ensure that your personal data receives an adequate level of protection when transferred internationally, in accordance with GDPR Article 46. You can obtain a copy of the relevant transfer mechanisms by contacting us at privacy@dosya.dev.
9. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
9.1 Through Our Cookie Settings
You can review and change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button in the footer of any page on our website. This will re-open the consent banner with your current preferences, allowing you to adjust them. Changes take effect immediately. Rejected categories will have their cookies deleted and their scripts unloaded on the next page load.
9.2 Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Privacy" section of your browser. Common browser cookie management pages:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on dosya.dev. Some features may not function properly if strictly necessary cookies are disabled.
9.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that sends a signal to websites you visit indicating that you do not wish to be tracked. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, dosya.dev does not respond to DNT signals but does provide you with cookie preference controls as described in Section 9.
11. Global Privacy Control (GPC)
dosya.dev honors Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a request to opt out of analytics and marketing cookies, and we will not place those cookies on your device unless you explicitly consent.
12. Data Collected Through Cookies
Cookies on dosya.dev may collect the following types of information:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and language
- Operating system and device type
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
- Referring website or source
- Features used and interactions performed
- Date and time of visits
For details on how we use this data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
13. Cookie Retention Periods
The retention period for each cookie depends on its purpose and is specified in the tables in Section 4. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.
We periodically review our cookie usage and remove any cookies that are no longer necessary. We strive to minimize the number and duration of cookies we use.
14. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, our practices, or for legal and regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. For material changes, we will re-prompt you for cookie consent.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@dosya.dev
- Contact Form: dosya.dev/contact