LusitoHub (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website and mobile application accessible at lusitohub.com (collectively referred to as the “Platform”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage, device identifiers, and other similar tracking technologies (collectively referred to as “Cookies”) when you access or use our Platform.

Cookies help us provide you with a better, faster, and more secure experience. By continuing to use LusitoHub, you consent to the use of Cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with the use of Cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly (see Section 8 below). Please note that disabling certain Cookies may limit or prevent access to some features of the Platform.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, mobile phone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website or use a mobile application. They allow the website or application to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences, settings, or past actions.

Cookies serve different purposes. They can help us understand how you interact with our Platform, remember your preferences (such as language or login status), enable essential security features, and deliver more relevant content or advertisements.

Cookies can be classified in several ways:

• First-party cookies are set directly by LusitoHub.
• Third-party cookies are set by external partners or service providers (such as analytics providers or payment processors).
• Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser or the app session ends.
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a longer period (or until you delete them) and are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

LusitoHub uses the following categories of cookies:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Platform. They enable core functionalities such as logging in, maintaining your session, securing forms (CSRF protection), remembering your authentication status, and processing job requests, bids, and payments. Without these cookies, the Platform cannot function properly.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (providing a functional service) and contractual necessity.

2.2 Functional / Preference Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make on the Platform (such as language preference, dark/light mode, saved search filters, or recently viewed jobs) so that you do not have to re-enter them on each visit. They improve your user experience by making the Platform more personalized and convenient.

Legal basis: Your consent (you can disable these cookies without affecting core functionality).

2.3 Performance / Analytical Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use the Platform (such as which pages you visit most often, how long you spend on each page, whether you encounter errors, and how you arrived at our site). The data collected is aggregated and anonymized so it does not identify you personally. We use this information to understand user behavior, improve the performance of the Platform, fix bugs, and enhance overall usability.

Legal basis: Your consent (you may opt out via browser settings or our cookie banner).

2.4 Marketing / Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit how often you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are often placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.

Legal basis: Your consent (you can refuse or withdraw consent at any time).

3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over how Cookies are used on your device. You can manage or disable Cookies through your browser or device settings. The steps vary depending on the browser you use:

• Google Chrome → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox → Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Apple Safari → Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge → Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
• Mobile devices → Check your device settings (iOS: Settings → Safari → Clear History and Website Data; Android: Chrome → Settings → Site settings → Cookies)

You can also use third-party tools such as YourAdChoices (www.youradchoices.com) or Network Advertising Initiative (www.networkadvertising.org) to opt out of certain targeted advertising cookies.

Important note: Disabling necessary Cookies may prevent you from logging in, posting jobs, submitting bids, making payments, or accessing other essential features of LusitoHub. Functional, performance, and marketing Cookies can usually be disabled without affecting core functionality.

4. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the revised policy on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.