Cookies Policy

Last updated: Jan 1, 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how Ideali (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or use the Ideali software-as-a-service donation platform (the “Service”).

This Cookies Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

  1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, enhance security, improve user experience, and provide insights into how the website is used.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies, which remain until deleted or expired
  • First-party cookies, set by Ideali
  • Third-party cookies, set by trusted service providers
  1. How Ideali Uses Cookies

Ideali uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core platform functionality
  • Secure user accounts and donation transactions
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze platform usage and performance
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations
  1. Types of Cookies We Use
  2. a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the Ideali platform and cannot be disabled.

They are used to:

  • Authenticate users and maintain secure sessions
  • Process donations and payments
  • Protect accounts and transactions
  • Ensure platform stability and availability

Legal basis (where applicable): Contractual necessity and legitimate interest

  1. b) Functional Cookies

Functional cookies improve usability and personalization.

They may:

  • Remember language, region, or accessibility preferences
  • Store user interface settings
  • Improve experience for returning users
  1. c) Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help Ideali understand how users interact with the platform.

They are used to:

  • Analyze traffic and usage trends
  • Identify errors or performance issues
  • Improve platform features and reliability

Analytics data is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

  1. d) Security & Fraud Prevention Cookies

As a donation platform, Ideali uses cookies to:

  • Detect suspicious or fraudulent activity
  • Protect donors, beneficiaries, and organizations
  • Maintain transaction integrity and trust
  1. e) Third-Party Cookies

Ideali may use trusted third-party service providers that set cookies, including:

  • Payment processing providers
  • Security and fraud-prevention services
  • Analytics providers

These third parties process data in accordance with their own privacy and cookies policies.

  1. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies entirely
  • Receive alerts before cookies are placed

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality, security, or availability of the Ideali platform, including donation processing or account access.

  1. Cookie Consent

Where required by applicable law (such as GDPR or ePrivacy regulations), Ideali will:

  • Request your consent before placing non-essential cookies
  • Provide a cookie banner or preference management tool
  • Allow you to withdraw or modify consent at any time
  1. Changes to This Cookies Policy

Ideali may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or platform functionality. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

  1. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or Ideali’s use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: info@ideali.io
Company: Ideali