1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your browser or device when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and provide analytics data to site operators.

This policy also covers localStorage — a browser storage mechanism that works similarly to cookies but remains on your device until cleared manually. We use localStorage for user preferences such as language and theme settings.

2. Cookies We Use

AthexView uses a minimal set of cookies and browser storage. We do not use tracking, advertising, or cross-site cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

AthexView does not embed third-party advertising or analytics scripts (such as Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or similar) that would set cookies on your device.

Market data (prices, charts) is fetched server-side from TradingView and Yahoo Finance APIs — these requests are made from our servers, not from your browser, so no third-party cookies are set in your browser by these providers.

Payment processing via Stripe (for Premium subscriptions) may set its own cookies when you interact with the Stripe checkout interface. These are governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy.

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

Under EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC as amended):

• Essential cookies (session authentication) are necessary for the performance of the contract with you and do not require separate consent. Without them the Service cannot function.
• Functional localStorage items (language, theme, layout preferences) are set to improve your experience. They store no personal data beyond your stated preferences and can be cleared at any time.
• We do not use cookies for profiling, behavioural advertising, or any purpose that would require opt-in consent under the ePrivacy Directive.

5. How to Manage or Delete Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser settings: All major browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Deleting your session cookie will log you out of AthexView. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
• localStorage: You can clear localStorage via your browser's Developer Tools (Application → Local Storage → right-click → Clear). This will reset your language, theme, and layout preferences.

Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using the Service.

6. Data Retention

Session cookies are automatically deleted when your browser session ends or after 30 days of inactivity. localStorage items persist until you clear them manually or uninstall your browser.

For information about how we handle your personal data more broadly, please see our Privacy Policy.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Material changes that require your consent will be communicated to you via the platform.

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