Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Effective Date: February 20, 2026  |  Last Updated: February 20, 2026

This Cookie Policy ("Policy") explains how friend.surf, operated by Oguzhan Atalay Unipessoal Lda. ("we," "us," or "our"), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at friend.surf and use our services (the "Service"). This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about how we process your personal data.

By continuing to use the Service after being informed of our use of cookies, you consent to our use of essential cookies. For non essential cookies, we will request your explicit consent through our cookie consent banner before placing them on your device.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website operators. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:

  • Pixel Tags (Web Beacons): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether a page or email has been viewed.
  • Local Storage: Technology that allows a website to store data locally on your device, with a larger storage capacity than cookies.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when the browser session ends.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, session management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Service would not function without them.

Cookie Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains your authenticated session Session
csrf_token Protects against cross site request forgery attacks Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 12 months
cf_clearance Cloudflare security verification 30 minutes

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the Service and user experience. These cookies are only placed with your consent.

Cookie Provider Purpose Duration
ph_* PostHog Product analytics, feature usage tracking, and user journey analysis 12 months

We have configured our analytics tools to anonymize IP addresses and to not collect personally identifiable information without your explicit consent.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and display options. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function as intended.

Cookie Purpose Duration
user_preferences Stores display preferences (theme, language) 12 months
last_location Remembers your last selected surf region 30 days

3. Cookie Consent and Management

3.1 Consent

In accordance with the GDPR, the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC), and Portuguese implementing legislation, we obtain your informed consent before placing non essential cookies on your device. When you first visit the Service, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject different categories of cookies.

3.2 Withdrawing Consent

You may change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.

3.3 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device and delete them individually or in bulk;
  • Block third party cookies;
  • Block cookies from specific websites;
  • Block all cookies;
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser.

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact the functionality of the Service and prevent certain features from working correctly.

For instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers:

4. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we do honor the cookie preferences you set through our consent banner and your browser settings.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of material changes by posting a prominent notice on the Service. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy indicates when it was last revised.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Policy, please contact us: