Cookie Policy
Last updated: 15 Feb 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Exchange Compass ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the Exchange Compass website and services, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit like your preferences, and can help improve how the site works.
We may also use similar technologies (such as local storage or pixels) for similar purposes. For simplicity, this policy refers to all of these as "cookies".
2. How cookie consent works
Exchange Compass uses a cookie consent banner and a cookie preferences option so you can choose which non-essential cookies to allow. You can either accept all cookies or manage preferences to choose cookie categories. You can change your choice at any time by using .
3. What cookies Exchange Compass uses
Exchange Compass uses the following categories of cookies:
A) Essential cookies (always on)
These cookies are required for the Services to function and cannot be switched off. They are used for things like:
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic web page functionality
- Remembering cookie consent choices
- Program clicks and likes
- Keeping users signed in (if accounts exist)
Legal basis: These essential cookies are processed based on our legitimate interest in providing secure and functional services (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)). They do not require your consent as they are strictly necessary for the website to function.
B) Analytics cookies (optional)
These cookies help Exchange Compass understand how the services are used so the platform can be improved. We use Google Analytics, which may collect:
- Pages visited and time spent
- General device/browser information
- Anonymized IP addresses
- Referral sources and user interactions
Analytics data is typically reported in aggregate and is used to improve performance and user experience.
Important: Google Analytics data may be transferred to and processed on servers located in the United States and other countries. Google LLC participates in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. You can learn more about how Google uses data at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
C) Security and performance cookies (automatic)
Cloudflare may set cookies to protect the website from abuse and improve performance:
- Bot management: Distinguishing legitimate users from automated bots
- Security challenges: Remembering when you've passed security checks
- Load balancing: Distributing traffic across servers for reliability
Important: Cloudflare services may process data on servers located in the United States and other countries. Cloudflare Inc. participates in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. These cookies are classified as strictly necessary for security purposes and do not require consent under GDPR. You can learn more at https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/.
4. Cookie list
Exchange Compass maintains a list of cookies used on the services. This section can be updated as tools are added or removed.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent choice (accepted or declined) | Persistent (until cleared) |
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users and tracks site usage. Set by Google LLC (USA). | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - Persists session state and property settings. Set by Google LLC (USA). | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users for analytics tracking. Set by Google LLC (USA). | 24 hours |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare Bot Management - Distinguishes between humans and bots to protect against automated attacks. Set by Cloudflare Inc. | 30 minutes |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare Security - Stores the result of a security challenge to avoid repeated verification. Set by Cloudflare Inc. | 1 year |
| __cflb | Cloudflare Load Balancing - Distributes traffic across multiple servers for reliability and performance. Set by Cloudflare Inc. | 1 day |
5. Managing cookies
A) Cookie settings on Exchange Compass
Cookie preferences can be updated at any time using
B) Browser controls
Most browsers allow you to view cookies stored on your device and delete cookies. You can also configure your browser to reject all cookies or notify you when a cookie is set.
6. Your Rights (GDPR & Privacy Laws)
Under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding cookies and the data they collect:
- Right to Access: Request information about cookies stored on your device and the data they collect
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data collected through cookies
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of cookies via browser settings or our cookie management tool
- Right to Object: Object to the use of non-essential cookies at any time
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of cookie-collected data in a structured, commonly used format (where applicable)
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 8 below.
7. International Data Transfers
Some cookies used on our website may result in data transfers to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States. These transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards:
- Google Analytics: Google LLC participates in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework
- Cloudflare: Cloudflare Inc. participates in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework
- Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, this Cookie Policy, or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@exchangecompass.com
- Website: Exchange Compass
- Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days
For complaints related to data protection, you may also contact your local data protection supervisory authority.
9. Updates to this Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or legal requirements. The latest version will be published on the Exchange Compass website with the updated date shown at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Material changes will be notified through a prominent notice on our website or via email if you have provided your contact information.