Cookie Policy

Effective Date: December 29, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how the Ecosystem Modeling and Data Consortium Platform ("we," "us," "our," or "the Platform") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or use our website and services. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They are commonly used to support essential website functionality and to help websites operate securely and reliably.

3. Cookies We Use

The Platform currently uses a single, essential cookie that is required for the operation of the site:

Authentication Cookie
This cookie is used to maintain your logged-in session after you sign in. It allows the Platform to recognize that you are authenticated as you navigate between pages and access features based on your permissions.

This cookie is strictly necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled through site settings.

4. Cookies We Do Not Use

At this time, the Platform does not use cookies for:

Advertising
Marketing
Social media integration
Analytics or performance measurement

We do not place any non-essential cookies on your device.

5. Future Use of Cookies

As the Platform evolves, additional cookies or similar technologies may be introduced to support new features, improve reliability, or enhance the overall user experience. Any such changes will be reflected in an updated version of this Cookie Policy.

6. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control or delete cookies through their settings. Please note that blocking or deleting the authentication cookie may prevent you from logging in or using certain features of the Platform.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage users to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how the Platform uses cookies, please contact us here.