Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 2026

This Cookie Policy (the "Policy") explains how Nontronite ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (collectively, "Cookies") on our website located at nontronite.xyz (the "Site"), which provides our software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform under the name nontronite.xyz. This Policy is incorporated into and governed by our broader Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. In the event of any conflict between this Policy and our main Privacy Policy, the terms of the Privacy Policy shall prevail regarding the processing of personal information.

In the United States, there is no federal omnibus statute requiring general opt-in consent for the use of non-essential cookies. Instead, US jurisprudence and legislation generally follow a "notice-and-choice" model, which we adhere to strictly. Under this framework, we provide you with clear notice regarding our data practices through this Policy, and we afford you the choice to control your privacy settings through browser controls and specific opt-out mechanisms. However, where required by applicable state laws, we will obtain your opt-in consent for specific activities, such as selling or sharing personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising, or tracking children under the age of 13.

Our use of tracking technologies is governed by our commitment to compliance with the Federal Trade Commission Act § 5, 15 U.S.C. § 45 (FTC Act — unfair/deceptive practices), which prohibits deceptive or unfair privacy and security practices. This means we do not deploy Cookies in a manner that contradicts the representations made in this Policy. Furthermore, our practices are designed to align with the requirements of the SAFE WEB Act permanently reauthorized 2015 (21st Century DOJ/Apps Act-era codification, 15 U.S.C. § 8401 note), which enhances the FTC's ability to combat cross-border fraud and privacy abuses. By accessing and using the Site, you consent to the use of Cookies as described in this Policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, or other internet-connected device) by the websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, provide reporting and analytics, and deliver a more personalized browsing experience. Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them every time you return to the Site or navigate from one page to another. Without certain Cookies, essential features of our SaaS platform could not operate, and your user experience would be significantly degraded.

In addition to standard HTTP Cookies, this Policy also covers similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also known as clear GIFs or pixel tags), local shared objects (Flash cookies), and HTML5 local storage. These technologies function similarly to Cookies by storing data on your device to facilitate session management, analytics, and targeted advertising. Web beacons are often used in combination with Cookies to track user interactions with emails and web pages. For the purposes of this Policy, all of these technologies are collectively referred to as "Cookies," unless the context requires a specific distinction.

Under the US notice-and-choice framework, the use of these technologies does not generally require preemptive opt-in consent, provided that we disclose their use to you—which we do through this Policy—and offer you accessible mechanisms to opt out of non-essential tracking. However, we recognize that certain state laws impose stricter requirements. For instance, the use of session-replay technologies and similar tracking mechanisms has been the subject of litigation under state wiretapping and computer privacy statutes, such as the California Invasion of Privacy Act § 631. To mitigate these risks, Nontronite carefully limits the deployment of invasive tracking technologies and ensures that any session replay or analytics tools are configured to mask or exclude sensitive personal information, such as financial data, health information, and precise geolocation.

It is important to note that while Cookies are a standard part of the modern internet, they are not inherently malicious and do not contain executable code or viruses. They simply store information, such as a unique identifier, that allows our servers to recognize your device. The data collected through Cookies is primarily used to maintain the operational integrity of nontronite.xyz, understand how our users interact with our SaaS platform, and improve our services. We do not use Cookies to collect sensitive personal information that would trigger sector-specific regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) where applicable, or the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 6801-6809 (GLBA) for financial institutions, unless explicitly disclosed and consented to in our Privacy Policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the Cookies deployed on the Site based on their function, lifespan, and the entity that places them. Regarding lifespan, we use two primary types of Cookies: session Cookies and persistent Cookies. Session Cookies are temporary and remain on your device only while you are actively browsing the Site. Once you close your browser, session Cookies are automatically deleted. These are essential for maintaining your session state, such as keeping you logged into your nontronite.xyz account as you navigate between different pages of the SaaS platform. Persistent Cookies, on the other hand, remain on your device after you close your browser and are activated each time you visit the Site. These Cookies allow us to recognize you as a returning user, remember your preferences, and provide a seamless experience without requiring you to reconfigure your settings.

Regarding the entity that places the Cookie, we distinguish between first-party and third-party Cookies. First-party Cookies are set directly by Nontronite when you visit nontronite.xyz. These Cookies are primarily used to operate the Site, remember your preferences, and perform internal analytics. Third-party Cookies are set by Nontronites other than ours. These are typically deployed by external service providers, such as analytics vendors or advertising networks, to track your behavior across multiple websites. The use of third-party Cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising is an area of intense regulatory focus in the United States, particularly under the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.) and other State comprehensive privacy laws (TX, OR, MT, FL, TN, etc.).

Functionally, we classify Cookies into four main categories: Essential, Analytics, Marketing, and Third-Party. Essential Cookies are strictly necessary for the core functionality of the Site and cannot be switched off in our systems. Analytics Cookies allow us to quantify the number of visitors and analyze how users interact with our SaaS platform, enabling us to improve its performance and design. Marketing Cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests, often across third-party websites. Third-Party Cookies facilitate various external integrations, such as social media sharing and embedded video content.

Our approach to these various Cookie types is designed to comply with the patchwork of US state comprehensive privacy laws, including the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (Va. Code § 59.1-575 et seq.), the Colorado Privacy Act (C.R.S. § 6-1-1300 et seq.), the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-515 et seq.), and the Utah Consumer Privacy Act (Utah Code § 13-11-101 et seq.). These statutes require data controllers to provide clear notice regarding the use of tracking technologies and to offer universal opt-out mechanisms for targeted advertising and profiling. By categorizing our Cookies and explaining their purposes below, we ensure that you have the transparency required to exercise your notice-and-choice rights effectively.

3. Essential Cookies

Essential Cookies, sometimes referred to as "strictly necessary" Cookies, are fundamental to the operation of the nontronite.xyz SaaS platform. These Cookies are required to enable basic website functionalities, such as user authentication, session management, and security. Without these Cookies, critical features of the Site cannot be provided. For example, when you log into your account, essential Cookies are used to verify your identity across different pages and ensure that your session remains secure. If you attempt to disable these Cookies, you will not be able to log in, access protected areas of the Site, or utilize the core SaaS functionalities.

Under the US notice-and-choice model, essential Cookies do not require opt-in consent because they are necessary to provide the service explicitly requested by the user. This aligns with the exemptions found in various state comprehensive privacy laws, which generally exclude data necessary to maintain a session or provide a requested service from opt-out requirements. Furthermore, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. § 2511 (limited application) and related state statutes recognize the necessity of these technologies for the transmission of communications. Therefore, Nontronite deploys essential Cookies automatically when you visit nontronite.xyz or log into your account.

Specific examples of essential Cookies used on the Site include authentication Cookies, which store an encrypted session identifier; security Cookies, which monitor for fraudulent activity and unauthorized access attempts; and load-balancing Cookies, which ensure the Site remains operational by distributing traffic across our servers. These Cookies are typically session Cookies, meaning they expire when you close your browser, although some persistent Cookies may be used for security purposes, such as recognizing devices that have previously logged into an account to prevent unauthorized access.

We do not use essential Cookies to track your behavior across other websites or to build a profile for targeted advertising. Their sole purpose is to facilitate the technical operation of the Site and to protect the integrity of our SaaS platform and user accounts. If you wish to restrict or block these essential Cookies using your browser settings, please be aware that doing so will severely impact the performance and usability of nontronite.xyz, and may render the platform completely inaccessible.

4. Analytics Cookies

Analytics Cookies allow Nontronite to understand how visitors interact with the Site and our SaaS platform. By collecting and reporting information anonymously, these Cookies help us analyze user behavior, measure traffic patterns, and identify areas for improvement. For instance, analytics Cookies tell us which pages are most frequently visited, how long users stay on specific pages, and whether they encounter error messages. This data is crucial for optimizing the user interface, fixing bugs, and enhancing the overall functionality of nontronite.xyz.

The data collected through analytics Cookies is generally aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be used to identify you personally. However, depending on the configuration of the analytics tool, some Cookies may collect a unique identifier that, when combined with other data, could be considered personal information under US privacy laws. To ensure compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.) and other state statutes, we configure our analytics tools to mask IP addresses and disable any features that might attempt to cross-reference anonymous data with personally identifiable information.

We utilize both first-party and third-party analytics Cookies. First-party analytics are processed internally to give us direct insight into platform performance. Third-party analytics, such as those provided by established SaaS analytics vendors, are governed by strict data processing agreements that limit the vendor's ability to use the data for their own purposes. Under state laws like the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (Va. Code § 59.1-575 et seq.) and the Colorado Privacy Act (C.R.S. § 6-1-1300 et seq.), the use of analytics data for profiling or targeted advertising triggers opt-out requirements. We explicitly do not use analytics Cookies for these secondary purposes; they are used solely for internal operational analysis and improvement.

You have the right to opt out of analytics Cookies at any time. Because these Cookies are not strictly necessary for the core function of the Site, disabling them will not prevent you from accessing your account or using the SaaS platform. You can manage your preferences through our Cookie preference center or via your browser settings, as detailed in the "How to Control Cookies" and "Browser Settings" sections below. If you opt out, we will cease deploying non-essential analytics Cookies on your device.

5. Marketing Cookies

Marketing Cookies are used to deliver content and advertisements that are relevant to your interests. These Cookies track your browsing activity across the Site and, potentially, across other third-party websites. By understanding your interactions and preferences, we and our advertising partners can display targeted advertisements that are more likely to be of interest to you. This practice, known as cross-context behavioral advertising, is heavily regulated under US privacy law, particularly in California.

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by CPRA — 'Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information' / Global Privacy Control obligations (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.120, § 1798.135), the sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising constitutes a "share" that requires us to provide a clear and conspicuous "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link. Furthermore, we are legally obligated to honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser transmits a GPC signal, we will automatically treat it as an opt-out request for the sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising, and we will disable our marketing Cookies.

To ensure compliance with these strict requirements, Nontronite participates in and honors the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) and Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) self-regulatory programs. We display the AdChoices icon on our Site where applicable, providing you with a direct link to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating third parties. Additionally, we comply with the opt-out requirements of other state comprehensive privacy laws, including the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-515 et seq.) and the Utah Consumer Privacy Act (Utah Code § 13-11-101 et seq.), which grant consumers the right to opt out of targeted advertising and profiling.

Marketing Cookies are strictly non-essential. If you choose to opt out, you will still see advertisements on our Site and elsewhere on the internet, but they will not be tailored to your specific interests based on your browsing history. We encourage you to regularly review your marketing preferences and utilize the opt-out mechanisms provided, as the landscape of digital advertising and tracking is subject to continuous legal and technological changes.

6. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own Cookies, we allow certain third-party service providers to set Cookies on your device when you visit the Site. These third parties assist us with various functions, including analytics, marketing, customer support, and embedded content. Third-party Cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of the entities that set them. While we do not control the specific Cookie practices of these third parties, we carefully select our vendors and require them to adhere to strict data protection standards consistent with applicable US laws.

Examples of third-party Cookies include those set by video hosting services (e.g., when you watch an embedded video on our Site), social media platforms (e.g., when you use a social sharing button), and live chat providers. These third parties may use Cookies to track your interactions with their content and to build a profile of your interests across multiple websites. The use of such technologies has come under legal scrutiny, particularly regarding state wiretapping and computer privacy statutes. For example, the California Invasion of Privacy Act § 631 has been cited in litigation regarding session-replay tools and third-party tracking that intercepts user communications without explicit consent. To mitigate this risk, Nontronite restricts the use of third-party technologies that intercept user input and requires all third-party vendors to configure their Cookies to minimize the collection of personal data.

Under the Restore Online Shoppers' Confidence Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 8401-8405 (ROSCA), and the FTC Act, we are responsible for ensuring that third parties operating on our Site do not engage in deceptive or unfair practices. Therefore, we conduct due diligence on our third-party vendors to ensure their tracking practices are transparent and that they provide adequate opt-out mechanisms. If a third-party vendor's practices are found to be non-compliant with our standards or applicable laws, we will take corrective action, which may include terminating the vendor's access to our Site.

You can identify and manage many third-party Cookies through the opt-out links provided by the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA). Furthermore, utilizing the Global Privacy Control (GPC) setting in your browser will signal to third parties that you wish to opt out of the sale or sharing of your data for targeted advertising. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with on our Site to fully understand their Cookie practices.

7. How to Control Cookies

Consistent with the US notice-and-choice model, Nontronite provides you with multiple mechanisms to control and manage the Cookies placed on your device. Upon your first visit to nontronite.xyz, we present you with a Cookie preference banner that allows you to accept, reject, or selectively manage non-essential Cookies, such as analytics and marketing Cookies. Essential Cookies are deployed automatically, as they are required for the Site to function, but you have full control over all other categories of tracking technologies.

If you are a resident of a state with comprehensive consumer privacy legislation, such as those governed by the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.), the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (Va. Code § 59.1-575 et seq.), or the Colorado Privacy Act (C.R.S. § 6-1-1300 et seq.), you have specific legal rights regarding the processing of your personal information through Cookies. These rights include the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising, the right to opt out of profiling in furtherance of decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects, and the right to limit the use of sensitive personal information. You can exercise these rights by utilizing the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our website footer or by enabling Global Privacy Control (GPC) in your browser.

For users under the age of 13, we comply strictly with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 6501-6506 (COPPA) and the COPPA Rule as amended effective June 2025 (16 C.F.R. Part 312, 2025 amendments). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, and we do not deploy persistent Cookies to track such users without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 through Cookies or other means, we will promptly delete that information and terminate the account. Parents who believe we have collected information from their child can contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Information" section.

Additionally, we honor the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) and Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out mechanisms. If you opt out of targeted advertising through these industry programs, we will cease using marketing Cookies to serve you interest-based advertisements. Please note that opting out of targeted advertising does not mean you will stop receiving all advertisements; it simply means the advertisements will not be based on your tracked online behavior. You may need to opt out periodically, as some Cookies may be re-installed if you clear your browser data or use a different device.

8. Browser Settings

In addition to the controls provided directly on our Site, you can manage Cookie preferences through your web browser settings. All modern browsers allow you to block, delete, or limit the types of Cookies that are stored on your device. Typically, you can find these settings under the "Privacy," "Security," or "Preferences" sections of your browser's menu. By configuring your browser to block all Cookies, you can prevent most tracking technologies from being placed on your device.

However, it is important to understand the consequences of blocking Cookies. If you disable all Cookies, including essential ones, you may not be able to log into your nontronite.xyz account, access secure areas of the Site, or utilize the core functionalities of our SaaS platform. Essential Cookies are required for session management and security; without them, the Site cannot verify your identity or