Cookie Policy

This policy explains how BGI Commons uses cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) when you use the platform, and how you can control them. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help a site work and remember information about your visit.

Essential cookies

These are necessary for the platform to function and can’t be switched off in our system. They mainly keep you signed in by storing your session/authentication token, and help with security. Without them, core features such as logging in and staying logged in won’t work.

Analytics cookies

We may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand how the platform is used — for example which pages are visited — so we can improve it. This data is used in aggregate and never for advertising. Where required, analytics are only enabled with your consent.

Third-party services

When you sign in with GitHub or Google, or follow links to community services such as Telegram, those providers may set their own cookies, governed by their own policies. We don’t control cookies set by third parties.

Managing cookies

You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings at any time. Blocking essential cookies will sign you out and prevent parts of the platform from working. Most browsers also let you delete existing cookies and control which sites can set new ones.

Changes & contact

We may update this policy from time to time; when we make material changes we’ll update the date above. Questions about our use of cookies? Email us at info@bgicommons.org.