Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why Guard0 (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you access the Guard0 platform. They serve various purposes, including enabling core functionality, remembering your preferences, analyzing usage patterns, and processing payments securely.

By using Guard0, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your cookie preferences and applicable consent mechanisms. For more information about how we process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of Guard0 and cannot be disabled without preventing the platform from functioning properly. They include:

• Session Cookies: Maintain your active session and keep you logged into Guard0
• Authentication Cookies: Verify your identity and manage access to your account
• Security Cookies: Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and malicious activity
• Cookie Consent Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences and consent choices

Duration: Up to 1 year

Consent Required: No (these cookies are exempt under the ePrivacy Directive and similar regulations)

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with Guard0, allowing us to improve performance, user experience, and service offerings. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.

• _ga: Core Google Analytics cookie; tracks unique users and sessions
  Duration: 2 years | Provider: Google Analytics
• _ga_*: Google Analytics 4 property tracking cookie; enables event tracking and analysis
  Duration: 2 years | Provider: Google Analytics
• _gid: Session-based Google Analytics cookie; identifies unique sessions
  Duration: 24 hours | Provider: Google Analytics

Consent Required: Yes (non-essential)

2.3 Payment and Fraud Prevention Cookies

These cookies are set when you interact with payment features and are essential for secure payment processing and fraud prevention. We use Stripe for payment processing.

• __stripe_mid: Stripe device identification cookie; used to detect fraudulent activity and prevent unauthorized transactions
  Duration: 1 year | Provider: Stripe | Purpose: Fraud prevention and payment security
• __stripe_sid: Stripe session tracking cookie; maintains session state during payment transactions and checkout processes
  Duration: 30 minutes | Provider: Stripe | Purpose: Payment security and transaction integrity

Consent Required: Yes (non-essential, but required for payment functionality)

Note: Blocking these cookies may prevent you from completing purchases on Guard0. For more information about Stripe's cookie practices, visit Stripe's Cookie Policy.

2.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, allowing us to remember your choices and improve your experience.

• Preference Cookies: Remember your language, region, display settings, and other user preferences
• Calendly Scheduling Cookies: Enable scheduling functionality when you book meetings or appointments through Guard0's Calendly integration

Duration: Varies; typically 6 months to 1 year

Consent Required: Yes (non-essential)

3. Cookie Table

The following table provides comprehensive information about all cookies used by Guard0:

4. Third-Party Cookies

Guard0 uses services from third-party providers that set their own cookies on your device:

4.1 Google Analytics

Google Analytics helps us analyze website traffic, user behavior, and performance. Google may collect information about your browsing activity across multiple websites.

• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On

4.2 Stripe

Stripe is our payment processor and uses cookies for fraud prevention, session management, and payment security.

• Cookie Policy: Stripe Cookie Policy
• Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy Policy

4.3 Calendly

Calendly provides scheduling functionality and may set cookies to enable their services.

• Privacy Policy: Calendly Privacy Policy
• Cookie Policy: Calendly Cookie Policy

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit Guard0, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• View this Cookie Policy for more details

Your choice will be saved and applied to your session.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically:

• View and delete cookies
• Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
• Receive warnings before accepting cookies

Refer to your browser's help menu or visit:

• Chrome Cookie Settings
• Firefox Cookie Settings
• Safari Cookie Settings
• Edge Cookie Settings

5.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

5.4 Important Notes

• Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent Guard0 from functioning properly
• Blocking payment cookies may prevent you from completing transactions
• Some features may be unavailable if you disable certain cookies
• Your cookie preferences will be reset if you clear your browser cache

6. Consent

6.1 Obtaining Consent

We obtain explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and payment cookies) on your device. This consent is obtained through:

• A clear, prominent consent banner on your first visit
• Easy-to-understand language explaining cookie usage
• Granular consent options allowing you to accept or reject specific cookie categories

6.2 Continued Use and Acceptance

By continuing to use Guard0 after being informed of our cookie practices, you are consenting to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You may update your preferences at any time through our consent management interface.

6.3 Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by:

• Adjusting your cookie preferences in your account settings
• Clearing your cookies and selecting “Reject” on the consent banner
• Using your browser's privacy settings to block cookies

6.4 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly necessary cookies do not require explicit consent under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC as amended by 2009/136/EC) and similar privacy regulations in other jurisdictions. These cookies are essential for security, authentication, and basic platform functionality.

7. Changes to This Policy

Guard0 may update, modify, or amend this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document
• Provide notice of significant changes, if required by law

Your continued use of Guard0 following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

8. Contact

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or your cookie preferences, please contact us at:

Privacy Team

Guard0 (Rakshan AI Inc.)

Email: privacy@guard0.ai

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.