1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you browse websites. They help websites remember your preferences, keep your session active, and enhance your user experience. Local storage (such as HTML5 LocalStorage or browser extension storage) allows applications to retain settings directly on your device without transmitting data back to web servers on every single request.
2. Chrome Extensions & Cookie-Free Local Storage
Atlasian Lab's browser extensions (such as the Prayer Times extension) operate on a strictly cookie-free, privacy-first principle:
- No Tracking Cookies: Our Chrome extensions never install tracking cookies, advertising identifiers, or cross-domain beacons on your computer.
- Local Sandbox Storage: All your configuration preferences (chosen city, calculation methodology, adhan audio toggles) are stored exclusively in your browser's isolated local storage (chrome.storage.local).
- Zero Cross-Site Tracking: The extension does not inspect, read, or correlate cookies from other websites you visit.
- Automatic Clearance: When you remove the extension from Google Chrome, all local settings are purged instantly from your device.
3. Categories of Cookies Used on Our Website
When visiting atlasianlab.com, we utilize the following restricted categories of cookies:
| Category | Name / Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Locale / NEXT_LOCALE | Remembers your chosen language (English, French, Arabic) across browsing sessions. | 1 Year |
| Security & Anti-Bot | __cf_bm / Cloudflare Turnstile | Prevents automated spam and DDoS attacks on our contact and inquiry forms without tracking personal user identity. | Session / 30 mins |
| Performance & Analytics | _ga, _ga_* / Google Analytics | Measures aggregate page views and technical site performance with IP anonymization enabled. | Up to 13 Months |
4. How Can You Manage or Block Cookies?
You can adjust your cookie settings at any time via your browser preferences. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may impact the language selector or prevent contact forms from completing bot verification:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Third-Party Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5. Policy Updates and Inquiries
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect technological or regulatory advancements. For inquiries regarding our cookie standards, email contact@atlasianlab.com.