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Cookie Policy

Details on the cookies and tracking technologies we use and how to manage your preferences


1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website operators.

Similar technologies include pixel tags (also known as web beacons or clear GIFs), which are small images embedded in web pages or emails that track page visits and email opens, and local storage, which allows websites to store data in your browser.


2. Why We Use Cookies

QuantLink uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Authenticate your identity and keep you logged in during your session
  • Remember your preferences and settings (such as theme, layout, and dashboard configurations)
  • Understand how you use the Service and which features are most popular
  • Measure the effectiveness of our communications and marketing campaigns
  • Improve the Service by identifying errors and performance issues
  • Provide relevant content and, where applicable, advertising
  • Ensure the security of the Service and protect against fraud

3. Types of Cookies

Cookies can be classified by their lifespan and by who sets them:

By Lifespan

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session state as you navigate the Service.
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and recognize you on return visits.

By Origin

  • First-Party Cookies: Set by QuantLink directly when you visit our website.
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party services (such as analytics or advertising platforms) that are integrated into our website.

4. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
ql_sessionMaintains your authenticated sessionSession
ql_csrfCross-site request forgery protectionSession
ql_consentStores your cookie consent preferences1 year
ql_authAuthentication token for API requests30 days

5. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve performance.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users2 years
_ga_*Google AnalyticsMaintains session state2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users24 hours
mp_*MixpanelUsage analytics and event tracking1 year

6. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
ql_themeRemembers your preferred theme (dark/light)1 year
ql_layoutRemembers dashboard layout preferences1 year
ql_marketRemembers your preferred market/exchange1 year
ql_tzRemembers your preferred timezone1 year

7. Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Service by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_fbpMeta (Facebook)Advertising attribution and measurement90 days
_gcl_auGoogle AdsConversion tracking90 days

You may opt out of targeted advertising through the cookie consent manager or by adjusting your advertising preferences as described in Section 10.


8. Specific Cookies We Use

The following is a comprehensive list of first-party cookies used by QuantLink:

CookieCategoryPurposeDuration
ql_sessionEssentialSession managementSession
ql_csrfEssentialCSRF protectionSession
ql_consentEssentialCookie consent state1 year
ql_authEssentialAuthentication30 days
ql_themeFunctionalTheme preference1 year
ql_layoutFunctionalLayout preference1 year
ql_marketFunctionalMarket preference1 year
ql_tzFunctionalTimezone preference1 year
ql_recentFunctionalRecent searches/views30 days
ql_onboardFunctionalOnboarding progress90 days

9. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, the following third parties may set cookies on your device when you use the Service:

Please note that we do not control the cookies set by these third parties. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies for more information.


10. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Consent Manager

When you first visit QuantLink, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings.

Browser Settings

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

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all or third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

For instructions on how to manage cookies in your browser:

Opt-Out of Analytics

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

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. There is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. QuantLink does not currently respond to DNT signals but does honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals.

Note: Please be aware that blocking or deleting cookies may impact the functionality of the Service. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Service to function properly.


11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.


12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: