Cookie Policy
Effective date: November 13, 2025 · Last updated: 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us improve your experience, remember your preferences, and understand how you use ZORYX. Cookies are essential for modern web functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use
🔐 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always enabledThese cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as:
- Session management (authentication state)
- Language preference (lang)
- Accessibility settings (font size, contrast)
- CSRF protection (security token)
Sources: ZORYX.app (self-hosted)
Duration: Session (until browser closes) or 1 year
📊 Analytics Cookies
Requires consentWe use Google Analytics to understand how you use our service and improve it. This helps us:
- Track page views and user flow
- Measure clinic search patterns
- Identify popular features and content
- Detect and fix errors in real-time
Sources: Google Analytics (google-analytics.com), Google LLC
Duration: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
ℹ️ IP addresses are anonymised. We do not collect identifiable personal information.
🎯 Functional Cookies
Requires consentThese cookies remember your preferences to enhance usability:
- Clinic view history (recently visited clinics)
- Search filters and sorting preferences
- Map zoom level and center position
- Dark mode / light mode preference
Sources: ZORYX.app (self-hosted)
Duration: 1 year
❌ Marketing / Advertising Cookies
Not usedZORYX does not use any cookies for marketing, advertising, or third-party tracking.
- No Facebook Pixel
- No Google Ads tracking
- No behavioral advertising networks
- No cross-site tracking
Duration: N/A
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
1. Cookie Banner: When you first visit ZORYX, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, decline optional cookies, or customize your preferences.
2. Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Block all cookies (not recommended — the site may not work properly)
- Block third-party cookies only (ZORYX uses mostly first-party cookies)
- Clear cookies when you close the browser
- View and delete individual cookies
See instructions for: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
3. Do Not Track (DNT): If your browser has DNT enabled, we respect this preference. However, note that DNT is not universally supported across all websites.
4. Opt-Out of Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Disabling Cookies
Important: If you disable all cookies, some features may not work correctly:
- ✅ You can still view clinics and search
- ⚠️ Your language preference will be reset each time
- ⚠️ Saved filters and settings will not persist
- ⚠️ The website may experience performance issues
We recommend enabling at least "Strictly Necessary" cookies for the best experience.
Third-Party Cookies
ZORYX uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics — analytics and usage data
Privacy Policy · Cookie Policy - Firebase (Google) — backend infrastructure, authentication
Firebase Terms - Cloudflare — CDN and DDoS protection (minimal tracking)
Privacy Policy
European Union (GDPR & ePrivacy)
ZORYX complies with EU regulations:
- GDPR (Regulation 2016/679): Personal data protection and consent for analytics
- ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC): Consent required before placing non-essential cookies
- Czech GDPR Implementation Act: Local data protection requirements
By using ZORYX, you consent to our cookie practices as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on the website. Your continued use of ZORYX after changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or data protection, please contact: