DebsHost Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how DebsHost (“DebsHost”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://debshost.com and related services.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies help us:

• ensure website functionality
• improve performance
• enhance user experience
• maintain secure login sessions

Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you, but they may be linked to personal data we hold.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and services.

They enable core functionality such as:

• user authentication
• session management
• security protection
• billing portal access

Without these cookies, certain services cannot function properly.

These cookies do not require consent.

Examples:

• login session cookies
• authentication cookies
• security cookies

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance and usability.

They collect information such as:

• pages visited
• time spent on pages
• error reports
• general usage patterns

These cookies do not identify individual users personally.

Examples:

• website performance tracking
• anonymous usage analytics

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.

Examples include:

• remembering your login state
• remembering language or display preferences

2.4 Security Cookies

These cookies help detect suspicious activity and protect against fraud and abuse.

They help maintain the security and integrity of our infrastructure.

3. Cookies Used by FOSSBilling (Client Area)

When you access our billing portal (billing.debshost.com/login), cookies may be used to:

• maintain login sessions
• secure your account
• process billing securely

These cookies are essential for service delivery.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party services that place cookies to support our operations, such as:

• payment processors
• analytics providers
• infrastructure monitoring tools

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

DebsHost does not control third-party cookies directly.

5. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Cookies may be:

Session cookies — These expire when you close your browser.

Persistent cookies — These remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted.

Cookie duration depends on their purpose.

6. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

• block cookies
• delete cookies
• receive notifications when cookies are set

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Browser help links:

• Chrome: support.google.com/chrome
• Firefox: support.mozilla.org
• Safari: support.apple.com/safari
• Edge: support.microsoft.com/edge

7. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We use cookies in accordance with:

• UK GDPR
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)

Essential cookies are used based on legitimate interest.

Non-essential cookies are used only where appropriate.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be published on our website with a revised effective date.

9. Contact Information

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

DebsHost
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://debshost.com