Cookie Policy

This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to provide, improve, and protect our Platform.

Last updated: February 22, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They serve several important purposes:

Functionality

Cookies enable core features like keeping you logged in, remembering your preferences, and maintaining your session as you navigate the Platform.

Performance

Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform, which pages are most popular, and where users encounter issues, so we can improve the experience.

Security

Cookies help protect your account by detecting suspicious activity, preventing cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks, and verifying your identity.

1. Essential Cookies

Always active — required for the site to function

session_idMaintains your authenticated session so you remain logged in as you navigate the Platform.
Session (expires when you close the browser or after 24 hours of inactivity)
csrf_tokenProtects against cross-site request forgery attacks by validating that form submissions originate from our Platform.
Session
cookie_consentStores your cookie consent preferences so we respect your choices on subsequent visits.
12 months
localeRemembers your preferred language setting (e.g., English or Portuguese) for a consistent experience.
12 months

These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to operate and cannot be disabled. They do not require consent under LGPD, GDPR, or CCPA/CPRA as they are essential for providing the service you requested.

2. Analytics Cookies

Optional — help us understand how you use the Platform

uc_analytics_idA randomly generated identifier used to distinguish unique visitors and understand aggregate usage patterns. This ID is not linked to your account.
12 months
uc_session_analyticsTracks page views and feature usage within a single browsing session to help us identify popular content and navigation issues.
Session
uc_engagementRecords anonymized engagement metrics (scroll depth, time on page, interaction counts) to help us optimize the user experience.
30 days

These cookies are set only with your consent. They help us analyze usage patterns and improve the Platform. You can opt out at any time through the cookie banner or your browser settings.

3. Marketing Cookies

Optional — used for relevant communications

uc_referral_sourceIdentifies how you arrived at our Platform (e.g., search engine, social media, direct link) to measure the effectiveness of our outreach efforts.
30 days
uc_campaign_idTracks which marketing campaign led you to the Platform, helping us understand which messages resonate with potential members.
30 days
We do not currently use marketing cookies. If we introduce them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent before setting them.

These cookies are set only with your explicit consent. You can opt out at any time.

GDPR Consent Requirements

If you are located in the EU or EEA, we are required to obtain your explicit, informed consent before setting any non-essential cookies (analytics and marketing). Essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the Platform to function do not require consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences through the cookie banner or by clearing your browser cookies. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Do Not Sell or Share

We do not sell or share personal information as defined under the CCPA/CPRA. Our cookies are used solely for the purposes described in this policy — operating, securing, and improving the Platform. No personal information collected through cookies is sold to or shared with third parties for their own commercial purposes. California residents may exercise their rights under the CCPA/CPRA by contacting us at contato@unofficialbrasil.com.br.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit the Platform, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies — enables essential, analytics, and marketing cookies.
  • Accept essential only — enables only the cookies required for the Platform to function.
  • Customize — choose exactly which categories of cookies you want to allow.

Changing Your Preferences Later

After your initial choice, you can update your cookie preferences at any time:

  1. Open the cookie settings panel from the footer of any page.
  2. Toggle individual cookie categories on or off according to your preferences.
  3. Save your updated preferences. Changes take effect immediately for new cookies; existing cookies can be cleared through your browser.

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies directly through your web browser. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning correctly.

Google Chrome

Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data

Mozilla Firefox

Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Site Data

Apple Safari

Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using core Platform features. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use the following technologies:

Local Storage

We use browser local storage to save your interface preferences (such as theme settings and UI state) and to cache data locally for faster page loads. Local storage data remains on your device until manually cleared and is not transmitted to our servers.

Web Beacons (Pixels)

We may use small, transparent images (web beacons) in emails to determine whether a message was opened and which links were clicked. This helps us understand email engagement and improve our communications. You can prevent web beacons from loading by disabling images in your email client.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or similar technologies, please contact us:

Unofficial Communities by Unofficial Brasil

contato@unofficialbrasil.com.br
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