Key terms

This page provides definitions of the key terms we use in our Privacy Policy and related documents, so you can find them all in one place.

Cookie

A small text file sent to your device when you visit a website. When you revisit the site, the cookie lets it recognize your browser.

Device

A device is a computer that can be used to access Ordnary services, such as a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

IP address

Every device connected to the internet is assigned a number known as an IP address. These numbers are usually assigned in geographic blocks and can often be used to identify the general location from which a device is connecting.

Non-personal data

Data about users that is stored in a way that no longer identifies an individual user.

Ordnary Account

You access some of our services by signing up for an Ordnary Account and providing some personal data, typically your name, email address, and a password. This is used to verify your identity and protect your account from unauthorized access. You can edit or delete your account at any time in Ordnary Accounts.

Personal data

Information you provide us that personally identifies you, such as your name, email address, or billing information, or other data that can reasonably be linked to such information by Ordnary.

Processor and controller

The controller determines the purpose and means of processing personal data. The processor processes personal data on behalf of the controller. See our Data Processing Addendum for more on these roles.

Subprocessor

A third party Ordnary engages to process personal data in delivering our services, such as a hosting provider. See our Subprocessors page for the full list.

Referrer URL

A referrer URL carries information that a web browser sends to a destination website, typically when you click a link, and shows the URL of the last page the browser visited.

Sensitive personal data

A specific category of personal data relating to things like confidential medical data, race or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs, or sexuality.

Server logs

Like most websites, our servers automatically record page requests made when you visit our sites. These server logs typically include your request, IP address, browser type, browser language, and the date and time of your request.

Unique identifiers

A string of characters that can uniquely identify a browser, app, or device. Unique identifiers can be used for various purposes, including security and fraud detection, and remembering your preferences.