vUSAF Cookie Policy

1. Purpose

This Cookie Policy explains how vUSAF websites and systems may use cookies or similar technologies to support authentication, security, site functionality, analytics, and user experience.

2. What Cookies Are

Cookies are small data files stored by a browser when a user visits a website. They may help maintain login sessions, remember preferences, support security checks, or measure website usage.

3. Types of Cookies vUSAF May Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for login, session management, forms, and security.
• Preference Cookies: Used to remember site preferences or display settings where applicable.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to understand traffic, performance, and site usage if analytics tools are enabled.
• Embedded Content Cookies: May be set by third-party services such as maps, videos, social platforms, or external widgets.

4. Login and Security Sessions

vUSAF systems may use session cookies to keep users authenticated, prevent unauthorized access, and protect member-only systems.

5. Third-Party Services

Some third-party providers may set cookies when their services are embedded or used through vUSAF platforms. These providers may include hosting, analytics, communication, mapping, or media services.

6. Managing Cookies

Users may control or delete cookies through browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may prevent login, account access, forms, or other protected features from functioning correctly.

7. Updates

vUSAF may update this Cookie Policy as website features, analytics tools, or third-party services change.