Cookie Policy

Last updated: 1 November 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how VirtuloNex Pty Ltd ("VirtuloNex", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website virtulonex.pro. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we handle your personal data.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party cookies" (set by a different domain, such as an analytics or advertising provider).

2. Cookies We Use on virtulonex.pro

The following table describes the categories of cookies used on our website:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They cannot be disabled without affecting the core functionality of the site.

• vx_cookie_consent — Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined). Duration: 12 months. Set by: virtulonex.pro.
• Session cookies — Maintain your session state as you navigate between pages. Duration: Session (deleted when browser is closed). Set by: virtulonex.pro.

2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.

• _ga — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 2 years. Set by: Google LLC (third-party).
• _ga_* — Google Analytics cookie used to persist session state. Duration: 2 years. Set by: Google LLC (third-party).
• _gid — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours. Set by: Google LLC (third-party).
• _gat — Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Duration: 1 minute. Set by: Google LLC (third-party).

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.

• vx_pref — Stores user interface preferences (e.g., language, display settings). Duration: 6 months. Set by: virtulonex.pro.

2.4 Marketing & Targeting Cookies

We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on virtulonex.pro. If this changes, this policy will be updated accordingly.

3. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use the following similar technologies:

• Local Storage: We use the browser's localStorage to store your cookie consent preference (key: vx_cookie_consent). This data remains on your device until you clear your browser storage.
• Web Beacons: Small transparent images embedded in emails or web pages that help us track whether emails have been opened or links clicked. We may use these in our newsletter communications.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the relevant third parties:

• Google Analytics — Google Privacy Policy

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit virtulonex.pro, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies at that time. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage (key: vx_cookie_consent).

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View the cookies stored on your device.
• Delete all or specific cookies.
• Block cookies from specific websites or all websites.
• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set.

Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

5.3 Opt Out of Google Analytics

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

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity not be tracked. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we honour your cookie consent choices made through our banner.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: Privacy Officer, VirtuloNex Pty Ltd, Level 3, 680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
• Phone: +61 2 9200 1234

For more information about your privacy rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.