Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 10, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies QR Node uses, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. It supplements our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide analytical information to website owners. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device.

2. Cookie Categories We Use

We group cookies into three categories. You can manage Functional and Analytics cookies via the cookie banner or at any time through your browser settings. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as the site would not function without them.

2.1 Essential Cookies Always active

These cookies are strictly necessary to provide the core service. They enable authentication, session management, and security features. Without them the site cannot function.

NamePurposeTypeRetentionSet by
qr_auth_tokenStores your JWT authentication token to keep you logged inlocalStorageUntil logout or expiry (7 days)QR Node
__cf_bmCloudflare bot management — distinguishes humans from botsHTTP Cookie30 minutesCloudflare
_cfuvidCloudflare rate-limiting; identifies unique sessionsHTTP CookieSessionCloudflare

2.2 Functional Cookies Optional

These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalised experience. They are not strictly necessary but improve usability.

NamePurposeTypeRetentionSet by
themeRemembers your light/dark mode preferencelocalStoragePersistentQR Node
qr_view_modeRemembers whether you use Pro or Simple dashboard modelocalStoragePersistentQR Node
cookie-consent-v2Stores your cookie consent preferenceslocalStorage1 yearQR Node

2.3 Analytics Cookies Requires consent

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website in aggregate. These cookies are only set after you give explicit consent. We use Google Consent Mode v2 so that GA4 defaults to denied until consent is granted.

NamePurposeTypeRetentionSet by
_gaGoogle Analytics client ID — distinguishes unique usersHTTP Cookie2 yearsGoogle Analytics
_ga_*GA4 session state — stores session informationHTTP Cookie2 yearsGoogle Analytics
_gidGoogle Analytics — distinguishes users for 24 hoursHTTP Cookie24 hoursGoogle Analytics

Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google’s privacy policy and our Data Processing Agreement with Google. IP addresses are anonymised before storage.

3. What We Do Not Use

  • We do not use advertising or targeting cookies.
  • We do not use social media tracking pixels (Facebook, Twitter/X, TikTok, etc.).
  • We do not sell or share cookie data with third-party advertisers.

4. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Via our cookie banner

When you first visit QR Node you will see a cookie consent banner. Click Manage preferences to enable or disable Functional and Analytics cookies individually. Your choice is saved and respected on all subsequent visits.

4.2 Via your browser

You can also instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. Note that some features of QR Node may not work correctly if cookies are disabled. Browser-specific instructions:

4.3 Opt out of Google Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@qrnode.net or write to us at the address in our Privacy Policy.