Cookie & Tracking Policy
Understanding how we collect and use data to improve your experience on eontrivaloza.com
At eontrivaloza, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to make our flexible budgeting platform work properly and improve your experience. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and how you can manage your preferences.
We're committed to transparency. You have control over which cookies you accept, though some are necessary for basic site functionality.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our platform, and provide relevant content tailored to your budgeting needs.
Think of them as digital sticky notes that help our site remember who you are between visits. Some expire when you close your browser, while others stick around longer to remember your settings for future visits.
Types of Tracking We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for eontrivaloza.com to function. They enable core features like secure login, account access, and budget data storage. Without these, you wouldn't be able to use our platform effectively. We can't turn these off as they're critical to providing our service.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and preferences—things like your preferred currency display, dashboard layout, or notification settings. They make your experience smoother by saving your customizations between sessions.
Analytical Cookies
We use these to understand how people interact with our budgeting tools. They tell us which features are popular, where users get stuck, and how we can improve the platform. All data is aggregated and anonymous.
Marketing Cookies
These track your activity across websites to show you relevant content about our services. They help us understand which marketing efforts work and allow us to share useful budgeting tips with Australian users who might benefit from them.
Specific Cookies We Deploy
Essential Platform Cookies
- session_token - Keeps you logged into your budget dashboard securely
- csrf_protection - Prevents unauthorized actions on your account
- user_preferences - Stores your dashboard customization choices
- load_balancer - Routes you to the right server for optimal performance
Analytics & Performance
- _ga - Google Analytics tracking for general site usage patterns
- _gid - Short-term analytics identifier for daily traffic analysis
- feature_usage - Tracks which budgeting tools you find most helpful
- page_timing - Monitors load speeds to improve performance
Marketing & Communication
- campaign_source - Remembers how you found us (search, social, etc.)
- email_preference - Stores your newsletter subscription choices
- content_views - Tracks educational content you've accessed
How We Use This Information
The data we collect through cookies helps us make eontrivaloza.com better for Australian users managing their finances. Here's what we actually do with it:
- Improve our flexible budgeting algorithms based on real usage patterns
- Identify and fix technical issues before they affect your experience
- Personalize your dashboard to show the financial tools you use most
- Send relevant tips about budgeting features you haven't explored yet
- Understand which educational resources help users succeed financially
- Optimize our platform for different devices and browsers
- Prevent fraudulent access and secure your financial data
- Measure effectiveness of our user education programs
We don't sell your cookie data to third parties. Any information collected is used solely to improve our service and support your budgeting journey.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You're in control. While essential cookies can't be disabled without breaking the site, you can reject all non-essential tracking by clicking the button at the top of this page.
Browser-Level Controls
Most browsers let you manage cookies directly through their settings. Here's where to find these controls:
- 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 → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Data Retention
| Cookie Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closes | Temporary authentication and navigation |
| Preference Cookies | 12 months | Remember your dashboard customizations |
| Analytics Cookies | 24 months | Long-term usage pattern analysis |
| Marketing Cookies | 12 months | Track campaign effectiveness and engagement |
After these periods, cookies automatically expire and are deleted from your device. You can manually clear them at any time through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted service providers who may place their own cookies when you use eontrivaloza.com. These partners help us deliver and improve our flexible budgeting platform:
- Google Analytics: Measures site traffic and user behavior patterns
- Cloud hosting providers: Essential infrastructure for platform reliability
- Payment processors: Secure handling of subscription transactions
- Email service providers: Delivery of account notifications and updates
Each of these services has their own privacy policies. We only work with providers who meet Australian data protection standards and share our commitment to user privacy.
Updates to This Policy
As we add new features or improve existing ones, we might need to update how we use cookies. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you through your dashboard or via email.
We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed about our data practices. The "Last Updated" date below shows when we last revised this policy.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
We're happy to explain how we protect your data and respect your privacy. Reach out if you need clarification on anything in this policy.
Email: info@eontrivaloza.com
Phone: +61 7 4155 1437
Address: Level 9, Suite 918/160 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Last Updated: January 2025