Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences (language, font size, login state) over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them each time you visit.

We use cookies to ensure the site functions properly, personalise content, analyse traffic, and for marketing purposes. We classify cookies into three categories: essential, analytics, and marketing. You can manage each category separately via the consent banner.

These cookies are required for basic site operation: sign-in, language, and core forms.

Essential Relocator cookies:

• relocator_access_token — auth session (Relocator).
• relocator_refresh_token — session refresh (Relocator).
• relocator_lang — language preference (1 year).
• relocator_oauth_state — OAuth CSRF (session).
• relocator_cookie_preferences_v1 — consent storage (1 year).
• relocator_guest_chat_id — Relo guest chat identity (Essential; cookie + localStorage).
• cf_clearance — bot protection (Cloudflare, ~30 minutes).

These cookies cannot be disabled. Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(f); ePrivacy Art. 5(3).

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our site. Data is collected in aggregate form and does not identify individual users. Until we enable the integration in code, no analytics scripts are injected (even after consent).

Analytics cookies (loaded only with your consent):

• _ga — Google Analytics. Provider: Google LLC. Lifetime: 2 years. Purpose: distinguishes unique users.
• _ga_* — Google Analytics 4. Provider: Google LLC. Lifetime: 2 years. Purpose: maintains session state.

Legal basis: GDPR Article 6(1)(a) — explicit consent. These cookies are only loaded after you click Accept All or enable Analytics in cookie settings. You can withdraw consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the footer.

Marketing cookies are used to display relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. Until we enable the integration in code, no marketing scripts are injected (even after consent).

Marketing cookies (loaded only with your consent):

• _fbp — Meta Pixel. Provider: Meta Platforms Inc.. Lifetime: 90 days. Purpose: identifies browsers for ad targeting.
• _fbc — Meta Click ID. Provider: Meta Platforms Inc.. Lifetime: 90 days. Purpose: tracks ad click-throughs.

Legal basis: GDPR Article 6(1)(a) — explicit consent. Data may be transferred to the USA under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) per GDPR Article 46(2)(c).

When you first visit the site, a consent banner is displayed where you can accept all cookies or configure each category individually.

You can change your choice at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer of every page, or use the button below on this page. Both open the Cookie Preference Center, where you can enable or disable analytics and marketing cookies.

Your consent is recorded with a timestamp, hashed IP address, and browser type in accordance with GDPR Article 7(1). If you are logged in, preferences are stored in relocator_cookie_preferences_v1 and synchronized across devices via our API.

You can also manage cookies in your browser:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Please note: disabling essential cookies may cause the site to malfunction.

We may update this policy as needed. When significant changes are made, we will notify you via a banner on the site and request renewed consent. We recommend checking this page periodically for the latest information.

If you have questions about our cookie policy, data processing practices, or wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

• Email: dpo@relocator.forum
• support email: Contacts page
• Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy

For more information about your rights, visit the European Data Protection Board (EDPB).