Cookie & Tracking Policy

What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit claronythex.sbs. Think of them as digital notes that help our website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about how you interact with our startup ecosystem platform.

These technologies work behind the scenes to make your experience smoother. When you return to our site, cookies help us remember your language preference, keep you logged in, and show you content that's relevant to your interests in the Australian startup and finance sector.

How We Use Tracking Information

The data we collect through cookies helps us personalize your experience on claronythex. For instance, if you frequently read about fintech startups, our algorithms will prioritize similar content in your feed. We also use this information to measure the effectiveness of our educational resources and identify which startup success stories resonate most with our Australian audience.

Analytics data helps us understand user behavior patterns – like which times of day our platform sees the most investor activity or which regions show the highest engagement with specific startup categories. This insight guides our content creation and platform development decisions throughout 2025.

Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, allow only first-party cookies, or create custom rules for specific websites.

Firefox: Navigate to Preferences > Privacy & Security, then adjust your cookie settings under the "Cookies and Site Data" section.

Safari: In Preferences > Privacy, you can choose to block all cookies, allow cookies from websites you visit, or allow cookies only from the current website.

Data Retention and Your Control

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on its purpose. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies may remain for up to two years. Analytics data is typically aggregated and anonymized after 14 months.

You have the right to request deletion of your cookie data at any time. Simply contact our privacy team, and we'll process your request within 30 days. Keep in mind that deleting certain cookies may impact your user experience, such as requiring you to log in again or reset your preferences.