Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Phenakite ("Phenakite", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website located at phenakite.info (the "phenakite.info" or the "Site"), including any SaaS applications, dashboards, subPhenakites, and related services we operate (collectively, the "Services"). This Cookie Policy is incorporated into and forms an integral part of our Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions. Capitalized terms used but not defined in this Cookie Policy have the meanings ascribed to them in our Privacy Policy.

By accessing, browsing, registering for, or otherwise using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and consented to the practices described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies as described herein, you should discontinue use of the Services and follow the opt-out and browser-control instructions provided below. We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, and your continued use of the Services after any such update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files—typically consisting of letters and numbers—that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, or other connected device) when you visit a website. They are widely used across the internet to make websites function efficiently, to enhance user experience, to provide reporting and analytics, and to enable personalized content and advertising. Cookies allow a website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language preferences, or items in a shopping cart) over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them each time you return to the site or navigate from one page to another.

Cookies are not inherently harmful and do not, on their own, identify you personally. Instead, they typically contain a unique identifier that allows a website to recognize your device. There are different categories of cookies, including session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third parties that provide services to that website (known as "third-party cookies").

In addition to cookies, we and our service providers may use other similar tracking technologies, including web beacons (also called pixel tags or clear GIFs), server logs, embedded scripts, local shared objects (sometimes referred to as "Flash cookies"), and browser fingerprinting. These technologies function similarly to cookies and may be used to collect information about your use of the Services. For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, references to "cookies" include these similar technologies unless the context requires otherwise.

It is important to note that under the opt-out model applicable in the United States—particularly under the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, "CCPA/CPRA")—we are not required to obtain your prior affirmative consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. Instead, we are required to provide you with clear notice of our cookie practices and a reasonable means to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information, as those terms are defined under CCPA/CPRA. This Cookie Policy is intended to satisfy those notice requirements.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several different types of cookies and tracking technologies on the Services, each serving a specific purpose. The primary categories of cookies we use are: (a) Essential Cookies, (b) Analytics Cookies, (c) Marketing Cookies, and (d) Third-Party Cookies. Each of these categories is described in detail in the sections that follow. We have categorized our cookies based on their function and purpose to help you understand how and why we use them.

Cookies may also be classified by their duration. Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device only while you are actively browsing the Services and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you manually delete them, allowing the Services to recognize you as a returning user. Additionally, cookies may be classified by their source: first-party cookies are set by us directly, while third-party cookies are set by external service providers who deliver functionality, analytics, or advertising on our behalf.

The specific cookies we use, their purposes, their durations, and the categories of personal information they collect are summarized in the relevant sections below. We work with trusted third-party service providers who may set or access cookies on your device through the Services. Where applicable, we have identified these third parties and provided links to their respective privacy policies and opt-out mechanisms.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, or health information. The personal information collected through cookies is limited to information that is necessary for the functioning of the Services, for analyzing usage patterns, and for delivering relevant content and advertising. For a complete description of the types of personal information we collect and how we use them, please review our Privacy Policy.

3. Essential Cookies

Essential cookies (sometimes referred to as "strictly necessary cookies") are cookies that are required for the basic functionality of the Services. Without these cookies, the Services cannot function properly, and certain features—such as secure login, session management, load balancing, and fraud prevention—would not be available. These cookies do not require your opt-in consent under any applicable privacy law, as they are necessary to provide the Services you have requested.

Examples of essential cookies used on the Services include authentication cookies that verify your identity when you log in to your account, session cookies that maintain your logged-in state as you navigate between pages, security cookies that protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks, and load-balancing cookies that distribute traffic across multiple servers to ensure the Services remain available and responsive. These cookies are typically first-party cookies set directly by Phenakite and are deleted when you close your browser, although some may persist for a limited period to improve security and user experience.

Because essential cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the Services, they cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools. If you attempt to block or delete essential cookies through your browser settings, certain features of the Services may not work as intended, and you may experience reduced functionality, broken sessions, or inability to access secure areas of the Site. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your decision to block essential cookies.

Under CCPA/CPRA and other applicable state privacy laws, essential cookies are generally considered to involve the collection of personal information that is necessary to perform a contract or to carry out a business purpose. As such, they are not subject to the opt-out requirements applicable to the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. We will retain the information collected through essential cookies only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

4. Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors to the Services, to understand how visitors navigate through the Site, and to identify which pages are most and least popular. These cookies collect aggregated, statistical information about your use of the Services, such as which pages you visit, how long you remain on each page, the sequence of pages you view, and any error messages you encounter. This information helps us improve the performance, design, and content of the Services and enables us to deliver a better user experience.

We may use both first-party and third-party analytics tools, including but not limited to Google Analytics, to collect and analyze usage data. These tools may set cookies on your device to track your interactions with the Services over time. The information collected through analytics cookies is typically aggregated and anonymized, meaning it does not directly identify you as an individual. However, in some cases, analytics providers may combine usage data with other information they hold about you, including information collected from other websites.

Under CCPA/CPRA, the use of analytics cookies may, in certain circumstances, constitute the "sharing" of personal information if the analytics provider uses the data for its own commercial purposes, such as cross-context behavioral advertising or building audience profiles. To the extent that our use of analytics cookies involves the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information as defined under CCPA/CPRA, we provide you with the ability to opt out through the mechanisms described in the "How to Control Cookies" section below. We have also configured our analytics tools, where possible, to limit the collection and use of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

If you wish to opt out of analytics cookies, you may do so through your browser settings, through the opt-out tools provided by the relevant analytics provider, or through the "Global Privacy Control" (GPC) signal, which we honor as a valid opt-out request under CCPA/CPRA. Disabling analytics cookies will not prevent you from accessing or using the Services, but it may limit our ability to improve the Services based on aggregated usage data.

5. Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies (also referred to as "advertising cookies" or "targeting cookies") are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to your interests and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may be set on the Services by us or by third-party advertising networks and platforms with whom we partner. They track your browsing activity across the Services and, in some cases, across other websites and online services, allowing advertisers to build a profile of your interests and serve you tailored advertisements.

Marketing cookies may also be used to limit the number of times you see the same advertisement (frequency capping), to measure the performance of advertising campaigns (such as click-through rates and conversions), and to retarget users who have previously visited the Services. We may partner with advertising platforms such as Google Ads, Meta (Facebook) Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other similar services that use cookies and similar technologies to deliver and measure advertising on our behalf.

Under CCPA/CPRA, the use of marketing cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising typically constitutes the "sharing" of personal information, as that term is defined under the statute. Accordingly, we provide California residents—and residents of other states with similar opt-out rights—with the ability to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of their personal information for marketing and advertising purposes. You may exercise this right by using the opt-out mechanisms described in this Cookie Policy, by enabling the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal in your browser, or by contacting us using the information provided in the "Contact Information" section below.

We do not use marketing cookies to collect sensitive personal information, and we do not knowingly engage in targeted advertising based on sensitive categories such as race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, health conditions, sexual orientation, or precise geolocation. If you opt out of marketing cookies, you will continue to see advertisements on the Services and on third-party websites, but those advertisements may be less relevant to your interests. Opting out of marketing cookies does not mean you will stop seeing advertisements altogether.

6. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to cookies set directly by Phenakite, the Services may contain features or content provided by third parties, including social media plugins, embedded videos, payment processors, customer support tools, and analytics and advertising platforms. These third parties may set their own cookies on your device when you interact with their content or services through the Services. These third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies and cookie practices of the third parties that set them, and Phenakite does not control the use of third-party cookies.

Examples of third parties that may set cookies on the Services include: (a) analytics providers such as Google Analytics; (b) advertising networks such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook); (c) social media platforms such as LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube; (d) payment processors such as Stripe and PayPal; (e) customer support and chat tools such as Intercom and Zendesk; and (f) content delivery networks (CDNs) that help deliver the Services efficiently. Each of these third parties has its own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them.

Under CCPA/CPRA, the sharing of personal information with third parties for their own commercial purposes—including cross-context behavioral advertising—may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. We do not sell your personal information for monetary consideration. However, we may "share" personal information with third-party advertising partners for targeted advertising purposes, which is treated as a "share" under CCPA/CPRA. You have the right to opt out of this sharing, and we provide multiple mechanisms for doing so, as described in the "How to Control Cookies" section below.

Phenakite is not responsible for the practices of third parties, including their use of cookies, their data collection and retention policies, or their compliance with applicable privacy laws. We recommend that you review the privacy policies and cookie policies of any third-party services you interact with through the Services. If you have concerns about third-party cookies, you may block them through your browser settings or through tools provided by the third parties themselves, such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out tool or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out tool.

7. How to Control Cookies

You have several options for controlling, managing, and disabling cookies and similar tracking technologies used on the Services. Most modern web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including the ability to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or accept only first-party cookies. You can also configure your browser to notify you each time a cookie is set, allowing you to decide whether to accept or reject it on a case-by-case basis. Detailed instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers are provided in the "Browser Settings" section below.

In addition to browser-level controls, we provide specific opt-out mechanisms for cookies that involve the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information under CCPA/CPRA and other applicable state privacy laws. You may opt out of the sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising by clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link located in the footer of the Site, by enabling the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal in your browser, or by submitting a request to us using the contact information provided in the "Contact Information" section below. We will process your opt-out request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

You may also opt out of targeted advertising from participating advertising networks through industry self-regulatory tools, including the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out page at optout.aboutads.info and the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page at optout.networkadvertising.org. These tools allow you to opt out of receiving targeted advertisements from participating companies. Please note that opting out through these tools does not prevent all advertising; it only prevents personalized advertising based on your browsing behavior.

If you access the Services from a mobile device, you may also control cookies and similar tracking technologies through your device's privacy and security settings. Mobile operating systems may use device identifiers, advertising identifiers (such as Apple's IDFA or Google's Advertising ID), and other tracking technologies that function similarly to cookies. You can reset or disable these identifiers through your device settings. Please note that disabling cookies or opting out of certain tracking technologies may affect the functionality and performance of the Services, and some features may not work as intended.

8. Browser Settings

Most web browsers provide built-in tools for managing and deleting cookies. The specific steps for managing cookies vary depending on the browser you use. Below are links to the cookie management help pages for the most commonly used browsers. We have provided these links for your convenience, but we do not control the content of these external pages and cannot guarantee their accuracy or availability.

  • Google Chrome: You can manage cookies in Chrome by navigating to Settings > Privacy and security > Third-party cookies, or by visiting Google's help page.
  • Mozilla Firefox: You can manage cookies in Firefox by navigating to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data, or by visiting Mozilla's help page.
  • Apple Safari (macOS): You can manage cookies in Safari by navigating to Safari > Settings > Privacy, or by visiting Apple's help page.
  • Microsoft Edge: You can manage cookies in Edge by navigating to Settings > Cookies and site permissions, or by visiting Microsoft's help page.
  • Apple Safari (iOS): You can manage cookies on iOS by navigating to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security, or by visiting Apple's help page.
  • Google Chrome (Android): You can manage cookies in Chrome on Android by navigating to Chrome > Settings > Site settings > Cookies.

In addition to browser-level controls, you may wish to use privacy-focused browser extensions or tools that block tracking technologies, such as ad blockers, anti-tracking extensions, and privacy browsers. These tools can help reduce the number of cookies and tracking technologies that are placed on your device. However, please be aware that some of these tools may interfere with the functionality of the Services and may prevent certain features from working properly.

If you use multiple devices or browsers to access the Services, you will need to manage cookies separately on each device and in each browser. Clearing cookies from one browser or device does not affect cookies stored on other browsers or devices. Similarly, if you opt out of certain cookies or tracking technologies, you may need to repeat the opt-out process on each device and browser you use to access the Services.

9. Updates to Policy

Phenakite reserves the right to update, modify, or amend this Cookie Policy at any time, in our sole discretion, without prior notice. We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our cookie practices, to comply with new or updated legal requirements, to address new technologies, or to respond to feedback from users, regulators, or other stakeholders. Any changes we make will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Cookie Policy on the Site, unless otherwise specified.

We will indicate the date of the most recent revision by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies. Your continued use of the Services after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the revised policy. If you do not agree with any changes, you should discontinue use of the Services and follow the opt-out and browser-control instructions provided herein.

In the event of a material change to this Cookie Policy—such as the introduction of a new category of cookies, a change in the purposes for which we use cookies, or a change in the third parties with whom we share cookie data—we will provide additional notice through the Services, via email (if you have provided us with your email address), or through other reasonable means. What constitutes a "material change" will be determined by Phenakite in good faith and in accordance with applicable law.

This Cookie Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with applicable United States state law, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the Services shall be resolved in accordance with the dispute resolution provisions set forth in our Terms and Conditions. If any provision of this Cookie Policy is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies, or your rights under CCPA/CPRA or other applicable state privacy laws, please contact us using the information provided below. We are committed to responding to your inquiries in a timely and transparent manner and to ensuring that your privacy rights are respected.

You may contact us by any of the following means:

  • Company: Phenakite
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +19285550102
  • Mailing Address: 2 South Beaver Street, Suite 160, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information under CCPA/CPRA, you may submit your request through any of the contact methods listed above, through the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link on the Site, or by enabling the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal in your browser. We will verify your identity and process your request in accordance with applicable law. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

For more information about our privacy practices, including the types of personal information we collect, how we use and disclose that information, and the rights available to you under applicable law, please review our Privacy Policy. For information about the terms and conditions governing your use of the Services, please review our Terms and Conditions. This Cookie Policy is intended to supplement, and not replace, the information provided in those policies.