This policy explains which cookies aha.lt uses and how you can manage your choices. This is a translation for convenience; in case of discrepancies the Lithuanian version prevails.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that your browser stores on your device (computer, phone) when you visit websites. Cookies help websites „remember“ your login, settings and other information, making them easier to use.
2. Which cookies we use
2.1. Essential cookies (always active)
These cookies are required for the platform to work. Without them the website does not function properly.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protection against CSRF attacks (form submission). | Session |
| aha_session | User session (login state). | 2 hours after the last activity |
| cookies_accepted | Remembers your cookie consent level. | 12 months |
| remember_web_* | For the „Remember me“ feature (if you tick it). | 5 years |
Note: the former 18+ confirmation cookie (adult_confirmed) has been replaced by an
authentication-based system. Adult content can now be seen only by logged-in users aged 18+ or business accounts,
so a separate cookie is no longer used.
2.2. Functional cookies
We use one convenience cookie — it remembers your choice and is not used for tracking:
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| view_mode | How the listings list is displayed (grid or list). | 12 months |
In addition, we store interface settings in the browser's local storage (localStorage) — a collapsed side menu, the display mode, expanded categories. This data stays only on your device and is not sent to our server.
2.3. Analytics cookies
We do not use analytics cookies. We collect visit statistics with Matomo running on our own server without cookies: nothing is written to your device, the IP address is truncated (the last two bytes are removed), and the data is not shared with third parties or used for advertising. Therefore we do not ask for separate consent for it.
2.4. Advertising / marketing cookies
We do not use advertising cookies and do not plan to in the near future.
3. Third-party cookies
aha.lt currently uses no third-party cookies. For maps we use OpenStreetMap, which does not set cookies. Visit statistics (Matomo) run on our own server.
4. Managing cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways:
- Through the cookie banner — on your first visit you acknowledge the use of cookies. aha.lt currently uses only essential cookies, so there is no choice between „essential“ and „all“ — the „Accept“ button records that you have seen this notice.
- Through your browser settings — you can block or delete cookies in your browser:
Note: if you disable essential cookies, the platform may not work properly (you will not be able to log in, post listings, etc.).
5. Changing your consent
If you want to change your cookie consent, you can delete the cookies_accepted cookie in your browser — the next time you visit, you will see the cookie banner again.
6. Contact
Questions about the cookie policy: [email protected]