Last updated: April 5, 2026
This policy explains what cookies and similar technologies EuroValidate uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. It supplements our Privacy Policy.
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies let the site remember your actions and preferences over time.
These cookies are essential for the site to function. They cannot be switched off.
| Name | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
ev_session | Dashboard session authentication | Session |
ev_csrf | CSRF token for form submissions | Session |
cf_* (Cloudflare) | Bot protection and DDoS mitigation | 30 days |
ev_cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 12 months |
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it. We only set them if you accept.
| Name | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — anonymised visit metrics | 24 months |
We may replace Google Analytics with a privacy-preserving alternative (Plausible) at any time. Analytics cookies are not used on pages where you are authenticated.
The following services may set cookies when their features are in use:
| Provider | When set | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Checkout and billing pages | Fraud prevention, secure payments |
| Cloudflare Turnstile | Sign-up form | Bot detection during registration |
The first time you visit EuroValidate you are shown a cookie banner with the options:
You can change your choice at any time by clicking “Cookie settings” in the footer, or by clearing the ev_cookie_consent cookie in your browser.
You can also block or delete cookies directly in your browser. Note that disabling strictly-necessary cookies will prevent core features such as login from working. See:
We respect the Do Not Track (DNT) header sent by your browser. When DNT is enabled we do not load analytics, regardless of your banner choice.
Material changes are announced on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance.
Questions about this policy: [email protected].