Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 18.3.2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Crew.Sea-Man.Org (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our crewing platform (the “Platform”).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit — such as your language preference, login status, or pages you viewed — which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

Cookies can be “session” cookies (deleted when you close the browser) or “persistent” cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). We also use similar technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We classify cookies into the following categories in accordance with applicable data protection law (including GDPR):

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function properly. They enable core features such as:

• User authentication and session management
• Security features (e.g., preventing fraudulent logins)
• Keeping items in forms (e.g., remembering data when navigating between pages)

These cookies do not require your consent because they are strictly necessary for providing the service you explicitly requested. You cannot disable them without severely impairing the functionality of the Platform.

Analytical / Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform. They collect information in aggregate form (e.g., number of visitors, most visited pages, time spent on pages, referral sources). Examples: Google Analytics, Yandex Metrika, or similar tools.

We use these cookies only with your consent. You can opt out at any time via our cookie banner or by changing your settings below. If you refuse these cookies, we will not be able to measure and improve the performance of the Platform as effectively.

Marketing / Targeting Cookies

These cookies (or similar technologies such as advertising pixels) are used to deliver more relevant advertisements to you on this Platform or on third-party websites. They may track your browsing behaviour across sites.

Currently we do not use marketing/targeting cookies. If we introduce them in the future, they will only be placed after you give explicit consent through the cookie banner.

3. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies at any time:

• Through our cookie banner — click the “Cookie Settings” / “Manage Preferences” button that appears when you first visit the Platform (or later via the footer link “Cookie Settings”).
• Through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
  • See what cookies are stored and delete them individually or all at once
  • Block cookies from specific sites or all sites
  • Prevent cookies from being set altogether

Here are instructions for the most popular browsers:

• Google Chrome → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox → Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari → Preferences → Privacy
• Microsoft Edge → Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Important note: If you disable or refuse strictly necessary cookies, some parts of the Platform may become unavailable or may not function correctly (e.g., you may not be able to log in or submit forms).

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

By continuing to use the Platform after the cookie banner appears, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with your selected preferences.