Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 2, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Valnovo OÜ ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on https://bot2site.com (the "Website"). This policy is part of our commitment to transparency under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences, improve functionality, and provide analytics.
Types of cookies:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
Note on our implementation: The main bot2site landing page does not use traditional cookies. Instead, your consent preferences are stored locally in your browser using localStorage (b2s_cookie_consent_v1). This means your choice stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
2. Why do we use cookies and similar technologies?
- Ensure secure access to administrative and billing sections (essential)
- Process payments securely through Stripe (essential)
- Analyze how you use our Website to improve it (analytics — only with your explicit consent)
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Remember your language preference for localized content
Privacy by design: Analytics is disabled by default and will only be activated if you explicitly opt in through our consent banner.
3. Cookies and storage we use
3.1 Essential Cookies and Storage
These are necessary for the Website to function and do not require your consent under ePrivacy Directive Art. 5(3).
On the landing page (bot2site.com):
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
b2s_cookie_consent_v1 |
localStorage | Remembers your cookie consent choice (Accept/Reject analytics) | Persistent (until you clear browser data) | bot2site.com |
b2s_lang |
localStorage | Remembers your language preference (e.g. en, de) for localized content | Persistent (until you clear browser data) | bot2site.com |
Note: These are stored locally in your browser only and are not sent to our servers.
On admin/billing pages (/admin, /billing, /stripe/*):
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session ID cookie | HTTP cookie | Maintains your login session for secure access | Session (deleted when browser closes) | bot2site.com |
| CSRF token | HTTP cookie | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | bot2site.com |
Stripe payment cookies (on /stripe/* and /billing/* pages only):
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Fraud prevention and analytics | ~1 year | Stripe, Inc. |
| __stripe_sid | Session tracking for payment processing | ~30 minutes | Stripe, Inc. |
Stripe's Cookie Policy: stripe.com/cookies-policy
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional — Requires Your Consent)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website. Analytics is disabled by default and only enabled if you click "Accept" in our consent banner.
Current status: Analytics functionality is prepared but not yet active. When we activate analytics in the future, this section will be updated with specific cookie names, provider, retention periods, and data collected.
Your choice: You can enable or disable analytics at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer or by adjusting your preferences in our consent banner.
Legal basis: Your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and ePrivacy Directive Art. 5(3)).
3.3 Marketing/Advertising Cookies
We do not use marketing or advertising cookies. We do not track you across third-party websites, and we do not use Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, or similar tracking technologies.
3.4 Functional Cookies
We do not use optional functional cookies. All functionality on bot2site.com works without requiring additional cookies beyond the essential ones listed above.
4. Third-party services
Stripe (Payment Processing)
Purpose: Secure payment processing and subscription management
Data processed: Payment card information, billing address, transaction details
Cookies: __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid (only on payment pages)
Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy — Cookie Policy: stripe.com/cookies-policy
Location: USA (data transfers protected by Standard Contractual Clauses under GDPR Art. 46)
Telegram (Bot Platform)
Purpose: Service delivery through Telegram bot
Data processed: Telegram username, user ID, messages
Note: Telegram is an independent data controller. We receive your content from Telegram to provide the service, but Telegram's data processing is governed by their own privacy policy: telegram.org/privacy
Hetzner (Hosting)
Purpose: Website and data hosting
Location: Germany (EU)
Privacy Policy: hetzner.com/rechtliches/datenschutz
Self-hosted resources: We do not use third-party CDNs (like Cloudflare) or Google Fonts. All fonts, scripts, and assets are hosted on our own servers in the EU.
5. Your cookie choices and consent management
5.1 How consent works on bot2site.com
When you first visit our Website, you'll see a consent banner with two options:
- Accept: Enables analytics cookies (when/if we activate them)
- Settings: Opens a dialog where you can customize your preferences
In Settings, you can toggle Analytics on or off and save your choice. Default: Analytics is disabled until you explicitly opt in.
5.2 Changing your preferences
- Click Cookie Settings in the footer of any page
- Adjust your preferences in the modal window
- Click Save Preferences
Your choice is stored locally in your browser and takes effect immediately.
5.3 Withdrawing consent
You can withdraw your consent at any time by disabling Analytics in Cookie Settings or clearing your browser's localStorage for bot2site.com. When you withdraw consent, analytics will be immediately disabled.
6. Managing cookies in your browser
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may prevent access to admin/billing areas and payments. Blocking analytics cookies does not affect normal use of the Website.
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
We do not track you across third-party websites. Our analytics (when enabled) is limited to our own Website, and we honor your explicit consent choices.
8. Consent duration and renewal
Your consent choice is stored in your browser until you withdraw it or clear your data. We may implement automatic consent expiration in the future (e.g., 12 months) and will update this policy accordingly.
9. Legal basis for processing
| Category | Legal Basis | GDPR/ePrivacy Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Essential cookies/storage | Legitimate interest; technical necessity | GDPR Art. 6(1)(f); ePrivacy Art. 5(3) exception |
| Analytics cookies | Your explicit consent | GDPR Art. 6(1)(a); ePrivacy Art. 5(3) |
10. International data transfers
Within the EU: Hosting and primary operations in the EEA (Hetzner, Germany).
Outside the EU: Stripe (USA) via SCCs; Telegram may transfer data globally under its policy.
11. Data retention
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Cookie consent choice (localStorage) | Until you clear data or withdraw consent | Remember your preference |
| Session cookies (admin/billing) | Deleted when browser closes | Security and session management |
| Stripe cookies | Per Stripe policy (~1 year for __stripe_mid) | Fraud prevention and payment processing |
| Analytics data (if enabled) | To be defined when activated | Will be specified in a future update |
12. Children's privacy
Our Website is intended for users aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 without verifiable parental consent.
13. Your GDPR rights
You have rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection, and withdrawal of consent. Contact support@bot2site.com. You may also complain to the Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate: aki.ee/en or your local EU authority.
14. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in cookies usage, laws, or our consent mechanism. Material changes will be notified via on-site banner or email; minor changes update the date above.
15. Contact us
Email: support@bot2site.com
Company: Valnovo OÜ
Address: Narva mnt 7-557, 10117 Tallinn, Estonia
Registry code: 16470340
Response time: Within 3-5 business days
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Effective date: November 2, 2025
Version: 1.0