Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, making your next visit easier and more useful.
2. How We Use Cookies
At MyRide, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze how our platform is used, and provide personalized content. Cookies help us understand how you interact with our service and allow us to improve it continuously.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Authentication cookies (login sessions)
- Security cookies (CSRF protection)
- Load balancing cookies
- User preference cookies (language, theme)
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users get error messages. This information is used to improve how our website works.
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
- Error tracking cookies
- Performance monitoring cookies
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested.
- User preference cookies (car display settings)
- Search history cookies
- Content personalization cookies
3.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use these services to enhance functionality and analyze usage patterns.
- Social media cookies (if you share content)
- Analytics service cookies
- Content delivery network cookies
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| auth_token | User authentication and session management | Session |
| theme_preference | Stores user's theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
| unit_preference | Stores user's preferred unit system (metric/imperial) | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from being set
- Set your browser to ask for permission before setting cookies
- Set your browser to delete cookies when you close it
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
5.3 Third-Party Opt-Out
For third-party cookies, you can opt out through the respective service providers:
- Google Analytics Opt-out
- Social media platform settings
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work properly, and your experience may be less personalized.
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: support@myride.top
GitHub: github.com/baudys
Last updated: November 25, 2025