Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2025
At xenolivario, we believe in being upfront about how our website works. This policy explains what tracking technologies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
We're talking about cookies and similar tech that help our site function properly and provide you with relevant content. Think of cookies as small files that remember your preferences so you don't have to start from scratch every time you visit.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They're not programs and can't carry viruses. Some stay for just one session, others hang around longer to remember your settings.
We also use similar technologies like web beacons and pixels. These are essentially transparent images that help us understand how you interact with our content. Not exciting stuff, but useful for making your experience better.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These keep the site functioning. Without them, basic features wouldn't work. They handle things like security, form submissions, and keeping you logged in as you navigate between pages.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and preferences. Language settings, font sizes, or layout preferences you've selected. They make returning to our site feel familiar rather than starting over each time.
Analytics Cookies
We use these to understand visitor patterns. Which pages get the most attention? Where do people spend time? This helps us improve content and navigation based on actual usage rather than guesswork.
Marketing Cookies
These track your activity across our site to show relevant content and resources. They help us understand which topics interest you so we can share information that actually matters to your financial journey.
How We Actually Use This Information
The data we collect through cookies serves several practical purposes. We're not being vague here – these are the specific ways this technology helps both you and us.
Improving Site Performance
When we see that a particular page loads slowly or certain features cause issues, we can fix them. Analytics cookies show us where technical problems occur so we can address them before they affect more visitors.
Personalizing Your Experience
If you're researching investment strategies, we'll surface related articles and resources. This isn't magic – it's cookies remembering what sections of our site you've explored and suggesting relevant content you might have missed.
Understanding Our Audience
Aggregate data tells us things like peak visit times, popular resources, and common navigation paths. This information shapes how we structure content and what topics deserve more attention. No individual tracking here – just overall patterns.
Taking Control of Your Cookies
You're not stuck with our cookie settings. Every modern browser lets you manage, restrict, or delete cookies. Here's how to access these controls in popular browsers:
Keep in mind that blocking all cookies might affect site functionality. Essential cookies are needed for basic operations, so blocking everything could make certain features unavailable.
Detailed Cookie Information
Below is a breakdown of the specific cookies we use on xenolivario.com. This table shows what each cookie does and how long it sticks around.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session as you navigate the site | Session only |
| user_preferences | Stores your layout and display choices | 12 months |
| analytics_visitor | Tracks page views and site interactions | 24 months |
| content_suggestions | Remembers topics you've shown interest in | 6 months |
| consent_status | Records your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
Data Retention and Your Rights
Cookie data doesn't live forever on our systems. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Persistent cookies expire based on their set duration, typically between six months and two years.
You can request information about what data we've collected through cookies by contacting us. You also have the right to request deletion of this data, though this might affect your experience on return visits.
For Australian residents, your rights under the Privacy Act 1988 apply to cookie data collection. We handle this information in accordance with Australian privacy principles.
Third-Party Cookies
Sometimes cookies come from services we use rather than directly from us. For example, if we embed a video or use an analytics platform, those services might set their own cookies.
We're selective about third-party services and only work with providers who maintain strong privacy standards. However, these cookies are governed by those third parties' privacy policies, not ours.
Common third-party cookies you might encounter include those from video hosting platforms, analytics services, and content delivery networks. These help us provide rich content and reliable performance.
Changes to This Policy
Technology changes, and so do privacy regulations. We update this policy when necessary to reflect new practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top and might notify regular visitors.
It's worth checking back occasionally if you're concerned about how we handle cookies. We don't make changes lightly, and we always aim to maintain or improve your privacy protections.
Questions About Our Cookie Use?
If something here isn't clear or you have specific concerns about how we use cookies, get in touch. We'd rather answer questions than leave you wondering.
Contact Our Team
xenolivario Financial Services
2/1 Corporate Ct, Bundall QLD 4217, Australia
Phone: +61397558713 | Email: help@xenolivario.com