Cookie Policy

Last updated: 25 March 2026

This policy explains how PinFin – Pakistanis in Finland uses cookies and similar technologies on this website. For how we use personal data in general, see our Privacy Policy.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They often make sites work more efficiently and can provide information to site operators. Similar technologies include local storage, which some pages use for short-lived preferences in your browser.

2. Cookies we use

Strictly necessary (session)

• Name: PINFIN_SESSION (PHP session cookie)
  Purpose: Keeps you logged in and maintains security (for example CSRF protection tied to your session).
  Duration: A limited time window (several hours) so you stay logged in while browsing; idle logout after inactivity is enforced by the server.
  Provider: This website (first party).

These cookies are necessary to provide the service you request (for example logging in). Under EU ePrivacy rules, strictly necessary cookies do not require consent before use, but we describe them here for transparency.

3. Logged-in features and browser storage

When you are logged in, some scripts may use sessionStorage in your browser to improve the experience (for example remembering lightweight UI state). This stays on your device for the browser tab session and is not the same as a long-term tracking cookie.

4. Third-party content (CDNs)

Some pages load fonts, scripts, or libraries from content delivery networks (for example for styling or optional features). Those providers may receive technical data such as your IP address as part of the HTTP request. We use such resources to deliver the site; if we add analytics or marketing tags that use non-essential cookies, we will update this policy and, where required, ask for your consent before loading them.

5. How to control cookies

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you block strictly necessary session cookies, parts of the site (including login) may not work correctly.

6. Contact

Questions about this policy or personal data: admin@pinfin.fi.