What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit pyrionexavalo.com. Think of them as digital breadcrumbs that help us remember your preferences and improve your experience with our departmental budgeting platform. We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage to gather information about how you interact with our services.

These technologies work behind the scenes while you navigate our platform, tracking things like which budget templates you prefer, how long you spend on certain features, and which tools you find most helpful. It's worth noting that most modern websites use these technologies – they've become an integral part of how the web functions in 2025.

Types of Tracking We Use

How Tracking Enhances Your Experience

• Personalized Dashboards: We remember your preferred budget categories and display formats, so your dashboard shows the most relevant information first.
• Smart Recommendations: Based on your usage patterns, we suggest budget templates and tools that similar organizations have found valuable.
• Performance Optimization: We track which features load slowly and prioritize improvements to ensure smooth operation across South African network conditions.
• Educational Content: We analyze which budget management topics generate the most engagement to develop more targeted learning resources.

Data Retention and Your Rights

We retain cookie data for varying periods depending on their purpose. Essential cookies expire when you close your browser, while analytics data may be stored for up to 24 months to identify long-term usage trends. Marketing cookies typically expire after 90 days.

You can delete all cookies through your browser settings at any time. Most browsers allow you to block cookies entirely, though this may limit functionality on pyrionexavalo.com. For Chrome users, navigate to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies. Firefox users can find similar options under Settings > Privacy & Security.

Third-Party Integration

Our platform integrates with several third-party services to provide comprehensive budgeting analytics. Google Analytics helps us understand user behavior patterns, while payment processors use their own cookies for transaction security. We ensure all third-party partners comply with applicable South African data protection regulations.

These integrations allow us to offer features like automated budget forecasting and integration with popular accounting software. However, each third party operates under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

Browser Configuration Guide

• Chrome: Click the three dots menu, go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies or create exceptions for trusted sites.
• Firefox: Open Settings > Privacy & Security. Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your preferred protection level from Standard, Strict, or Custom.
• Safari: Go to Safari > Preferences > Privacy. You can prevent cross-site tracking and choose how cookies are handled.
• Edge: Access Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data to manage your cookie preferences and exceptions.