Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 10, 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences or login status. Local storage (localStorage) is a similar browser technology that stores data locally on your device.
2. Applicable law
This Cookie Policy is governed by the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP/DSG) effective since September 1, 2023, and the Swiss Telecommunications Act (FMG/TCA). Under Swiss law, strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the functioning of the website do not require user consent. For non-essential cookies, consent is required.
3. Cookies we use
Patrivo uses strictly necessary cookies, localStorage for preferences, and — with your consent — analytics and marketing cookies provided by Google (Google Analytics and Google Ads).
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| better-auth.session_token | Cookie | Authenticates your session after login | Session |
| theme | localStorage | Stores your light/dark mode preference | Persistent |
| patrivo-widget-visibility | localStorage | Remembers which dashboard widgets you have enabled | Persistent |
| patrivo-dashboard-layouts | localStorage | Saves the position and size of your dashboard widgets | Persistent |
| patrivo-cookie-consent | Cookie | Stores your cookie consent preferences (accept/refuse) | 13 months |
| _ga / _ga_* | Cookie | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users and sessions (only with your consent) | Up to 2 years |
| _gcl_* | Cookie | Google Ads — tracks ad conversions and click information (only with your consent) | 90 days |
4. Categories of cookies
Strictly necessary (essential)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as user authentication and session management. Without these cookies, the service cannot operate. Under Swiss law (FMG Art. 45c), these cookies do not require your consent.
Functional (preferences)
These store your user preferences such as theme and dashboard layout. They are stored via localStorage on your device and are never transmitted to our servers. They enhance your experience but are not shared with third parties.
Analytics and marketing (consent required)
With your explicit consent, Patrivo uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site and Google Ads to measure advertising effectiveness. These cookies are only activated after you click “Accept” on our cookie consent banner. If you refuse, no analytics or marketing data is collected. We use Google Consent Mode v2 to ensure full compliance. You can change your preference at any time by clearing the patrivo-cookie-consent cookie from your browser.
5. Third-party cookies
If you consent to analytics and marketing cookies, third-party cookies may be set by Google (Google Analytics, Google Ads). These cookies are only placed after you give your explicit consent. Without consent, no third-party cookies are used.
6. Managing cookies
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the service, such as staying logged in.
To clear localStorage data, you can use your browser's developer tools (Application > Local Storage) or clear your browsing data.
Common browser cookie settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
7. Data protection
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
8. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: info@patrivo.com
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.