Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 09 March 2026 | Version: 2.0

1. INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how Harley Studio Pty Ltd (ABN: 24 688 789 184) (“Harley”, “Harley Meets”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at harleymeets.com (the “Website”).

This Policy applies to the Website only. For information about tracking technologies used in our mobile application, please refer to our Privacy Policy. This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

1.1 Electronic Acceptance

By clicking “Accept” on our cookie banner or adjusting your cookie preferences, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. Essential cookies are placed automatically as they are strictly necessary for Website operation and do not require your consent.

No non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, or marketing) are placed on your device until you provide explicit consent via our cookie banner.

You acknowledge that:

  • Electronic signatures (clicking “Accept”, checking boxes, or similar affirmative actions) are legally binding
  • This complies with the Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth), Electronic Transactions Act 2000 (Vic), and equivalent international laws
  • Electronic records have the same legal effect as physical documents
  • You may withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through Website cookie settings or by contacting us (see Section 18)

2. DEFINITIONS

“Cookies” means small text files stored on your device when you visit the Website that help us recognise your device and remember your preferences.

“Member” means any person who has registered for an account on the Platform.

“Platform” means the Harley mobile application, website, and all related services.

“Tracking Technologies” means cookies and similar technologies used on the Website, including web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage objects.

“Website” means the Harley website at harleymeets.com.

3. WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit the Website. They help us recognise your device and remember your preferences.

We also use similar technologies on the Website including:

  • Web beacons and pixel tags
  • Local storage objects

4. WHY WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in securely
  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how you use the Website
  • Detect fraud and security threats
  • Provide personalised content
  • Deliver relevant advertising
  • Measure Website performance

5. TYPES OF COOKIES

5.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: Necessary for the Website to function. Cannot be disabled.

What they do:

  • Authenticate and keep you logged in
  • Protect against fraud and security threats
  • Enable secure payments
  • Maintain Website stability

Legal basis: Legitimate interests in providing requested services. These cookies do not require your consent as they are strictly necessary for Website operation.

5.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand Website usage and improve performance.

What they do:

  • Track usage patterns
  • Monitor crashes and errors
  • Generate usage statistics
  • Identify areas for improvement

Providers: Google Analytics 4, Firebase Analytics

Legal basis: Your explicit consent via cookie banner. These cookies are not placed until you opt in.

5.3 Functional Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences.

What they do:

  • Save language and location settings
  • Remember interface customisations
  • Store accessibility preferences
  • Personalise content display

Legal basis: Your explicit consent via cookie banner. These cookies are not placed until you opt in.

5.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant advertising and measure effectiveness.

What they do:

  • Track campaign performance
  • Enable retargeting
  • Measure conversions
  • Facilitate social media integration
  • Show personalised advertisements

Providers: Facebook/Meta, Instagram, Twitter/X, Google Ads

Legal basis: Your explicit consent via cookie banner. These cookies are not placed until you opt in.

Cookie NamePurposeTypeDurationThird Party
_harley_sessionAuthenticationEssentialSessionNo
_harley_securitySecurity verificationEssential90 daysNo
_harley_prefsUser preferencesFunctional12 monthsNo
_gaGoogle Analytics 4Analytics13 monthsYes (Google)
_firebasePerformance monitoringAnalytics13 monthsYes (Google)
_fbpFacebook pixelMarketing90 daysYes (Meta)
_twitter_sessTwitter integrationMarketing12 monthsYes (Twitter/X)

Note: Additional cookies may be used. For a complete and current list of cookies, access cookie settings on the Website.

7. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

We work with trusted third-party providers who may place cookies through the Website.

7.1 Key Providers

Analytics:

  • Google Analytics 4: Helps us understand user behaviour (does not store IP addresses)
  • Firebase: Analytics and performance monitoring

Social Media:

  • Facebook/Meta: Social sharing and advertising
  • Instagram: Content integration
  • Twitter/X: Social sharing

Advertising:

  • Google Ads: Search and display advertising
  • Meta Ads: Social media advertising

For a current list of all advertising partners, access cookie settings on the Website or contact us (see Section 18).

7.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

View third-party privacy practices:

We maintain data processing agreements with all providers but are not responsible for their independent privacy practices.

8.1 Through the Website

Manage preferences via:

  • Cookie consent banner (first visit)
  • Cookie preferences link in the Website footer

You can:

  • Review active cookies
  • Enable or disable cookie categories
  • Withdraw consent
  • Clear existing cookies

Note: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are strictly necessary for Website operation.

8.2 Through Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Common options include:

  • Blocking all or third-party cookies
  • Clearing existing cookies
  • Receiving notifications when cookies are set

Refer to your browser’s help documentation for specific instructions. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect Website functionality.

8.3 Do Not Track and Global Privacy Control

We honour Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we treat it as a valid opt-out request for non-essential cookies, including marketing and analytics cookies, in accordance with applicable laws including the CCPA/CPRA.

We also respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals where required by applicable law. When we detect a DNT signal, non-essential cookies will not be placed without your explicit consent.

8.4 Opt-Out Tools for Marketing

Industry opt-out tools:

Important: These tools place an opt-out cookie. Clearing cookies removes opt-out preferences.

8.5 Consequences of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may:

  • Require repeated login
  • Prevent access to some features
  • Reduce personalisation
  • Affect Website performance

9. DATA RETENTION

Cookie TypeRetention PeriodJustification
Session CookiesUntil browser closureEssential for active session
Authentication90 daysSecurity monitoring
Functional12 monthsPersonalisation
Analytics (aggregated)13 monthsTrend analysis
Marketing12 monthsCampaign effectiveness

You may request earlier deletion by contacting us (see Section 18).

For complete information about data retention periods across all categories, see our Privacy Policy.

10. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Cookie data may be transferred to countries outside Australia (United States, European Union, Singapore) where our service providers operate.

We ensure appropriate safeguards:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses
  • EU-US Data Privacy Framework certification
  • Adequacy decisions
  • Your explicit consent via cookie banner

For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

11. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

The Website is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect cookie data from users under 16.

If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it within 72 hours.

If you believe we have collected information from a user under 16, contact us immediately (see Section 18).

12. SECURITY

We implement security measures to protect cookie data:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Secure development practices

13. AGGREGATED DATA AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Harley owns all rights in aggregated, anonymised, and statistical data derived from cookies and tracking technologies, and all insights, algorithms, models, and derivative works generated therefrom. This data does not constitute personal information and is not subject to individual data rights requests. This clause does not affect your rights in your personal information under applicable privacy laws.

For full details, see Section 5.5 of our Terms of Service.

14. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access your cookie data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict processing
  • Data portability
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, contact us (see Section 18).

For complete information about your privacy rights, see our Privacy Policy.

15. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Policy to reflect changes in practices, technologies, or legal requirements.

For material changes (including adding new cookie categories or new third-party providers):

  • 30 days’ advance notice via email or Website notification
  • Updated “Last Updated” date
  • Fresh consent obtained via the cookie banner where required by law

For minor changes (such as clarifications or formatting updates):

  • Posted on the Website
  • Changes effective immediately

Where changes affect your cookie consent choices, we will re-present the cookie banner to obtain fresh consent.

16. GOVERNING LAW

This Policy is governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia, and complies with:

  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Australia)
  • GDPR (European Union)
  • UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
  • CCPA and CPRA (California)
  • PIPEDA (Canada)
  • LGPD (Brazil)
  • Equivalent laws in all jurisdictions where we operate

Any disputes arising from this Cookie Policy are governed by the dispute resolution and limitation of liability provisions in our Terms of Service. Nothing in this Policy limits your right to lodge complaints with the regulatory authorities listed below.

17. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Accessibility: If you need assistance understanding this Policy, request alternative formats, or require accommodations, contact us (see Section 18).

Business Transfers: If Harley is involved in a merger or acquisition, cookie data may be transferred to the successor entity. We will notify you and honour your cookie preferences.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding this Cookie Policy:

Legal Inquiries Email: legal@harleymeets.com For: Legal matters, partnerships, contracts

General Support Email: support@harleymeets.com For: Technical issues, account questions

Privacy Matters Email: privacy@harleymeets.com For: Privacy inquiries, data requests, complaints

Postal Address Harley Studio Pty Ltd (ABN: 24 688 789 184) 8B Theresa Street, Sunshine North, VIC 3020, Australia

Response Times:

  • General support: 5 business days
  • Urgent matters: 2 business days
  • Legal inquiries: 5 business days

ACCEPTANCE

By using the Harley Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Cookie Policy, our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Community Standards, Payment Policy, Cancellation and Refund Policy, and where applicable, our Release Waiver.

This Cookie Policy is effective as of the Last Updated date shown above and applies to all users of the Harley Platform.