Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies and How Do They Work?

Think of cookies as tiny notes that websites leave on your device. When you visit brenolavixa.com, we might store a small text file that says something like "this person was looking at budget planning tools" or "they prefer the dark mode interface."

Next time you visit, your browser sends that note back to us. That's how we remember your preferences without you having to set everything up again. Pretty simple when you break it down.

These files don't harm your computer. They can't carry viruses or install software. They just sit there storing bits of information until they expire or you delete them.

Types of Cookies We Use

Why We Need These Technologies

Let me give you some real examples. When you're halfway through setting up your financial accountability plan and you need to step away, cookies remember where you left off. You're not starting from scratch when you come back.

Or say you're comparing different budgeting approaches. The site remembers which options you've already reviewed so you can pick up your research without backtracking through everything again.

Analytics cookies show us that most people visit our learning resources on Sunday evenings. That insight tells us when to schedule new content releases and when our support team should be most available. It's practical stuff that genuinely improves how the site serves you.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You're in control here. Every modern browser lets you decide how to handle cookies, and we respect whatever choice you make.

Just be aware that blocking all cookies means you'll lose some functionality. You might have to log in every single time you visit, and your preferences won't be saved. It's a tradeoff between privacy and convenience.

• Chrome users: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox users: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari users: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge users: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Third-Party Cookies

Sometimes we work with other services that set their own cookies. For instance, if we embed a video tutorial from another platform, that platform might set cookies when you play the video.

We're selective about which third parties we work with, but we can't control their cookies directly. Those are governed by their own privacy policies. If you're concerned about third-party tracking, most browsers now have built-in options to block these entirely.

The tools we integrate — analytics platforms, content delivery networks, educational resources — all serve specific purposes. We're not just handing over data randomly. Each integration has a reason and a function.

Your Rights and Choices

Australian privacy law gives you specific rights about how your information gets tracked and used. You can ask us what data we're collecting, request that we delete it, or opt out of non-essential tracking entirely.

If you've got questions about cookies or want to adjust your settings beyond what your browser offers, reach out. We'll walk you through the options and make sure you're comfortable with how things are set up.

And look — if something about our cookie usage doesn't sit right with you, tell us. We're constantly evaluating whether we actually need every piece of tracking we've got running. Sometimes the answer is no, and we scale back.

Updates to This Policy

Technology changes. Regulations change. Our practices change. When we update this policy, we'll note the revision date at the bottom of the page.

If we make major changes — like adding a completely new type of tracking — we'll let you know more directly. We're not going to slip significant updates past you in the fine print.