// Cookie Policy
Last Updated: November 9, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Spectral Compute ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website spectralcompute.com (the "Site").
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
Cookies we use:
- cookie-consent: Stores your cookie consent preferences (stored in localStorage)
Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the legitimate operation of our website and do not require consent under GDPR, UK DPA, or ePrivacy Directive.
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We only use analytics cookies if you explicitly consent.
Service used:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage patterns
- RB2B (rb2b.com): We use RB2B to support website attribution and analytics
Cookies set by Google Analytics:
- _ga: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 2 years)
- _gid: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 24 hours)
- _gat: Used to throttle request rate (expires after 1 minute)
- _ga_[container-id]: Persists session state (expires after 2 years)
Legal basis: These cookies require your explicit consent under GDPR, UK DPA, ePrivacy Directive, and CCPA.
Data processor: Google LLC (based in the United States). Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores consent preferences | Strictly Necessary | Persistent (localStorage) |
| _ga | User identification | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | User identification | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Request throttling | Analytics | 1 minute |
| _ga_YF1CJH5S0H | Session persistence | Analytics | 2 years |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies, and they are subject to the third parties' own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Privacy Policy | Opt-out
- RB2B (rb2b.com): Website
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept: Allow all cookies, including analytics
- Reject: Only essential cookies will be used; all optional cookies will be blocked
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie icon at the bottom right of any page.
5.2 Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- View and delete individual cookies
How to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our Site and other websites.
5.3 Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Our Site respects DNT signals. When DNT is enabled, we treat it as a rejection of optional cookies and do not load analytics.
5.4 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Consent Requirements by Jurisdiction
6.1 EU/UK (GDPR, UK DPA, ePrivacy Directive)
Under EU and UK law, we must obtain your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies. We use a consent banner that:
- Appears before any non-essential cookies are set
- Provides clear information about cookie purposes
- Offers granular choices (accept/reject)
- Does not use pre-ticked boxes
- Allows easy withdrawal of consent
6.2 California (CCPA)
Under the CCPA, California residents have the right to opt-out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information collected through cookies. However, you can control cookies through our consent tool and browser settings.
6.3 Other U.S. States
Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws (Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, etc.) have similar rights to opt-out of targeted advertising and data sales. We do not engage in these practices.
7. Cookie Retention and Deletion
When you reject optional cookies or withdraw consent:
- Existing optional analytics/attribution cookies (including Google Analytics cookies and RB2B-related cookies where identifiable) are deleted
- No new optional cookies will be set
- Google Analytics and RB2B tracking are disabled
- Your preference is stored in localStorage for future visits
We use both the modern Cookie Store API (where supported) and traditional cookie deletion methods to ensure complete removal across all browsers.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Our cookie practices
- Technologies we use
- Legal requirements
We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. More Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find these resources helpful:
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Spectral Compute
Email:
[email protected]
For GDPR/UK DPA related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at: [email protected]