What Are Cookies, Really?
Look, cookies aren't biscuits (though that would be nice). They're small text files that websites place on your device when you visit. Think of them as tiny digital notes that help websites remember who you are and what you prefer.
A cookie typically contains a name, a value, and some additional data like when it expires and which bravionsera it belongs to. Most are harmless helpers that make your browsing experience smoother.
Some cookies stick around for years, while others disappear the moment you close your browser. We use both types at bravionsera, and each serves a specific purpose in making your visit more useful.
How We Actually Use Them
We're not trying to be mysterious here. Our site uses cookies to remember your preferences, understand how people navigate our content, and keep things running smoothly. Nothing sinister.
When you first arrive at bravionsera.com, we need certain cookies just to make the site function properly. These aren't optional if you want to use our platform. Then there are others that help us improve what we offer, which you can control if you'd like.
Essential Cookies
These keep the lights on. They handle security, load balancing, and basic navigation. Without them, parts of our site simply won't work for you.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices like language preferences or form entries. They make your experience more personal without tracking your every move.
Analytics Cookies
We use these to see which pages get visited most and where people tend to click. It helps us figure out what's working and what needs improvement.
Marketing Cookies
These track your journey across our site to show you relevant content. If you've been reading about financial planning, we might highlight related programs.
The Technical Bits
Here's where it gets slightly more detailed, but stay with me. Different cookies do different jobs, and knowing what's what helps you make informed decisions about your privacy.
Session vs Persistent
Session cookies are the temporary ones. They exist only while you're actively using our site and vanish when you close your browser. Persistent cookies hang around longer, sometimes for months or years, remembering your settings between visits.
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose | Can Be Disabled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Session | Keeps you logged in as you navigate | No |
| Preferences | 12 months | Remembers your settings and choices | Yes |
| Analytics | 24 months | Tracks usage patterns and site performance | Yes |
| Marketing | 6 months | Delivers relevant content based on interests | Yes |
| Security | Session | Protects against unauthorized access | No |
First-Party and Third-Party
First-party cookies come directly from us at bravionsera.com. We create them and control what they do. Third-party cookies come from external services we use, like analytics platforms or content delivery networks.
Both types can be useful, but we're selective about which third parties we work with. We don't just let anyone drop cookies on your device through our site.
What You Can Do About It
You're not powerless here. Most browsers give you decent control over cookies, though the exact steps vary depending on which one you use.
- Check your browser settings: Every major browser has a privacy or settings section where you can view and manage cookies. Usually it's in the main menu under something like "Privacy" or "Security."
- Block all cookies: You can tell your browser to reject all cookies automatically. Fair warning though—this will break some website functionality, including ours.
- Delete existing cookies: Most browsers let you clear all cookies at once or remove specific ones. This gives you a fresh start but means you'll need to log in again and reset your preferences.
- Set exceptions: Some browsers allow you to block cookies from all sites except ones you trust. This gives you control while keeping sites you use regularly working properly.
Remember: If you block essential cookies, certain parts of bravionsera.com won't function correctly. You might have trouble logging in, accessing your account, or using interactive features.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Since each browser handles this differently, here's how to manage cookies in the most common ones. These instructions were current in January 2026, but browser companies update their interfaces regularly.
Chrome and Edge
- Open Settings, then navigate to Privacy and Security
- Click on Cookies and Other Site Data
- Choose your preferred level of cookie blocking or allow specific sites
- Use "See all cookies and site data" to view and delete individual cookies
Firefox
- Go to Settings and select Privacy & Security from the sidebar
- Under Cookies and Site Data, click Manage Data to see what's stored
- Choose your cookie policy under Enhanced Tracking Protection
- You can also set exceptions for specific websites
Safari
- Open Preferences and go to the Privacy tab
- Select your cookie preferences under "Block cookies"
- Click Manage Website Data to see and remove stored cookies
- Safari includes intelligent tracking prevention by default
Mobile browsers have similar options, usually found in their settings menus. The exact location varies by device and operating system version.
How Long We Keep Them
We don't keep cookies around forever. Each type has an expiration date based on what it does.
Essential cookies usually expire when you close your browser or log out. Preference cookies might last a year or more since you probably don't want to reset your settings every visit. Analytics cookies typically stick around for two years, giving us enough data to spot trends without keeping information indefinitely.
You can delete cookies manually at any time through your browser settings, regardless of when they're scheduled to expire.
Updates to This Policy
Technology changes, regulations evolve, and we occasionally adjust how we use cookies based on feedback and new capabilities. When we make significant changes to this policy, we'll update the date at the top and let you know through a notice on our site.
We recommend checking back every few months if you're concerned about privacy. We're not going to email you every time we tweak a sentence, but major changes will be highlighted clearly.
Questions or Concerns?
If something in this policy doesn't make sense or you have specific questions about how we handle cookies, we're here to help. Reach out and we'll do our best to explain things in plain language.