What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Qualzy) are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies".
Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first and third party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our platform.
How Can I Control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights by setting your preferences in the Cookie Consent Manager.
The Cookie Consent Manager can be found in the notification banner on our website. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas may be restricted.
Cookies for Qualzy Visitors
Essential Website Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare Bot Management cookie placed on end-user devices that access customer sites | Cloudflare | 30 minutes |
| __hs_cookie_cat_pref | Records the categories a visitor consented to | HubSpot | 6 months |
| __hs_opt_out | Remembers a visitor's choice to opt out of cookies | HubSpot | 6 months |
| __hs_do_not_track | Prevents the tracking code from sending information to HubSpot | HubSpot | 6 months |
| __hs_initial_opt_in | Prevents the banner from always displaying in strict mode | HubSpot | 7 days |
Performance and Functionality Cookies
Non-essential cookies that enhance performance and functionality.
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| __cfruid | Used by Cloudflare to identify trusted web traffic | Cloudflare | Session |
Analytics and Customisation Cookies
Cookies that collect information to help us understand how our website is being used.
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Records a particular ID used to generate data about website usage | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_# | Used to distinguish individual users via a randomly generated ID | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gat# | Used to regulate the rate of Google Analytics requests | Google Analytics | Session |
| #collect | Sends visitor behaviour and device data to Google Analytics | Google Analytics | Session |
| _gid | Unique ID used for statistical data on website usage | Google Analytics | 1 day |
| __hssrc | Determines if the visitor has restarted their browser | HubSpot | Session |
| __hssc | Keeps track of sessions | HubSpot | 30 minutes |
| __hstc | Main cookie for tracking visitors | HubSpot | 6 months |
| __ptq.gif | Records anonymous page view data | HubSpot | Session |
| hubspotutk | Tracks a visitor's identity and is passed to HubSpot on form submission | HubSpot | 6 months |
Advertising Cookies
Cookies used to make advertising messages more relevant.
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| ga_audiences | Used by Google AdWords to re-engage visitors | Google AdWords | Session |
Cookies for Qualzy Account Users
Essential Website Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieconsent | Holds the consent status for use of cookies | Qualzy | 1 year |
| CurrentUserLoginToken | Saves the login token for users while they use the system | Qualzy | 30 days |
| LoggedUserToken | Saves the login token for users while they use the system | Qualzy | 30 days |
| wccauth_wcs_admin | Saves the login token for users while they use the system | Qualzy | 30 days |
| wcc_2fatoken | Used for two-factor authentication | Qualzy | 30 days |
Performance and Functionality Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| APISID, HSID, NID, OGPC, SSID, SAPISID, SID, CCSSID | CAPTCHA functionality, only used when creating a new account | 1 year | |
| __stripe_mid | Fraud protection during credit card payment processing | Stripe | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Fraud protection during credit card payment processing | Stripe | 30 minutes |
| qzy_filter_# | Remembers your filter settings | Qualzy | 30 days |
| qzy_gui_# | Remembers the last view you were on | Qualzy | 30 days |
| qzy_img_# | Remembers your last used settings when uploading | Qualzy | 30 days |
| qzy_oth_# | Remembers last used settings on project setup pages | Qualzy | 30 days |
| _BEAMER_FIRST_VISIT_# | Remembers date of first visit to determine relevant product updates | Qualzy | 300 days |
| _BEAMER_USER_ID_# | Stores an internal ID | Qualzy | 300 days |
| _BEAMER_LAST_UPDATE_# | Stores timestamp for the last "What's New" update | Qualzy | 300 days |
Analytics and Customisation Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language | Remembers your preferred language setting | Qualzy | Session |
| ShowThreadsTranslation | Remembers your preference for showing translated text | Qualzy | 30 days |
Cookies for Research Participants, Moderators and Observers
Essential Website Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieconsent | Holds the consent status for use of cookies | Qualzy | 1 year |
| CurrentUserLoginToken | Saves the login token for users while they use the system | Qualzy | 30 days |
| LoggedUserToken | Saves the login token for users while they use the system | Qualzy | 30 days |
| wcc_2fatoken | Used for two-factor authentication | Qualzy | 30 days |
Performance and Functionality Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| APISID, HSID, NID etc. | CAPTCHA functionality when creating a new account | 1 year | |
| qzy_oth_redemptionToken | Used for authentication when redeeming a reward | Qualzy | Session |
| qzy_oth_referralCode | Stores the referral code used when registering for a community | Qualzy | 30 days |
Analytics and Customisation Cookies
| Name | Purpose | Vendor | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language | Remembers your preferred language setting | Qualzy | Session |
| ShowThreadsTranslation | Remembers your preference for showing translated text | Qualzy | 30 days |
How Can I Control Cookies on My Browser?
As the means by which you can refuse cookies vary from browser to browser, you should visit your browser's help menu for more information. The following links may be helpful:
In addition, most advertising networks offer you a way to opt out of targeted advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance, Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada, European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance.
What About Other Tracking Technologies, Like Web Beacons?
Cookies are not the only way to recognise or track visitors to a website. We may use other similar technologies from time to time.
How Often Will You Update This Cookie Policy?
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.
Where Can I Get Further Information?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please email us at privacy@qualzy.com.