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Cookie Policy

Last updated: [DATE — to be filled at launch]

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly, remember your preferences, and (where you consent) help us understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Always active — required for the site to function. No consent required under EU law.

Cookie purposeExample
Cookie consent preferenceRemembers your cookie banner choice
Session securityMaintains secure connection during your visit

Functional Cookies

Requires your consent.

These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience.

Analytics Cookies

Requires your consent.

These help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve the experience. [To be confirmed: specific analytics provider, e.g. Google Analytics, Vercel Analytics, Plausible.]

Third-Party / Marketing Cookies

Requires your consent.

Our email signup form is processed via Systeme.io, which may set its own cookies to manage form submissions and email list integration. [To be confirmed once the Systeme.io integration is finalized.]

We do not use third-party advertising or retargeting cookies at this time.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit irix.bio, you will be shown a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept all cookies or reject non-essential cookies.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect site functionality.

How Long Cookies Last

TypeDuration
Session cookiesDeleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies (e.g. consent preference)Up to 12 months, or until you clear your browser data

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our use of cookies changes. Material changes will be reflected by an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact

Questions about this Cookie Policy: [CONTACT EMAIL — to be added]

See also our Privacy Policy for how we handle personal data more broadly.