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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 21, 2026

Introduction​

This Cookie Policy explains how the OpenTDF Documentation website (https://docs.opentdf.io) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. OpenTDF is an open-source project sponsored by Virtru Corporation.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?​

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions.

Types of Cookies We Use​

1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)​

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

  • Cookie Consent Cookie: Remembers your cookie preferences and consent choices
  • Session Cookies: Maintain your session as you navigate the site

Duration: Session-based (expire when you close your browser) or up to 1 year for consent preferences

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies (Optional - Require Consent)​

These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site, helping us improve the documentation experience.

  • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, navigation patterns, and site performance
    • Collects: Page URLs, referral sources, device type, approximate location (country/region)
    • Duration: Up to 26 months
    • Purpose: Understand which documentation is most useful and identify areas for improvement

Note: We use IP anonymization for all analytics cookies, which means your full IP address is never stored.

3. Functionality Cookies (Currently Not Used)​

We currently do not use functionality cookies, but if implemented in the future, these would remember your preferences such as:

  • Language selection
  • Documentation version preferences
  • Display settings

4. Marketing/Advertising Cookies (Not Used)​

We do not use marketing or advertising cookies on this documentation site.

Third-Party Cookies​

Google Analytics​

Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. It uses cookies to help analyze how users interact with our site.

Note: Google Analytics cookies are only set if you accept cookies via our consent banner.

How to Manage Cookies​

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept: Enable analytics cookies to help us improve the documentation
  • Decline: Use only essential cookies (no tracking)

Your choice is saved for 365 days.

Changing Your Preferences​

To change your cookie preferences:

  1. Clear Your Browser Cookies: Delete the opentdf-cookie-consent cookie from your browser
  2. Revisit the Site: The consent banner will appear again
  3. Make Your Choice: Accept or decline analytics cookies

Browser Settings​

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome:

  1. Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  2. Choose "Block third-party cookies" or "Block all cookies"

Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Settings > Privacy & Security
  2. Under "Cookies and Site Data," choose your preferences

Safari:

  1. Preferences > Privacy
  2. Adjust "Cookies and website data" settings

Microsoft Edge:

  1. Settings > Cookies and site permissions
  2. Manage cookie settings

Note: Blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our documentation site.

External Resources​

For more information about managing cookies:

Your Privacy Rights​

California Residents (CCPA)​

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell your personal information)

European Residents (GDPR)​

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to data processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

Nevada Residents​

Nevada residents have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.

Virginia Residents​

Virginia residents can:

  • Opt-out of advertising cookies through the consent banner
  • Request deletion or correction of personal data

Do Not Track Signals​

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites not to track your browsing. Our site currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can decline cookies through our consent banner to prevent tracking.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be indicated by the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

For significant changes, we will display a notice on our website.

Contact Us​

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies:

Summary​

Essential cookies: Always active (required for site function)

Analytics cookies: Optional (only with your consent)

Marketing cookies: Not used

Your control: Accept or decline via consent banner, or manage in browser settings

Data selling: We do not sell your personal information

Contact: privacy@virtru.com for questions or requests