Cookie Policy

Last updated: August 11, 2026

How we use cookies and similar technologies across Navy Federal, what each category is for, and how to change your preferences at any time. See also our Privacy Policy.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.

This Cookie Policy explains how Navy Federal (“Navy Federal,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and mobile application.

Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies

Necessary for our website to function. They enable core functionality such as security, account access, and session management. You cannot opt out of these.

Examples

  • Authentication and session cookies
  • Security cookies (fraud prevention)
  • Load balancing cookies

Functional cookies

These remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. They may be set by us or by third-party providers.

Examples

  • Language and region preferences
  • Display settings (dark/light mode)
  • Recently viewed items

Analytics cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information, which we use to improve our services.

Examples

  • Google Analytics
  • Page view and click tracking
  • Error and performance monitoring

Marketing cookies

These track your activity across websites to deliver relevant advertisements. They may be set by our advertising partners.

Examples

  • Social media pixels (Facebook, LinkedIn)
  • Retargeting cookies
  • Conversion tracking

Cookie duration

Cookies can be classified by how long they remain on your device:

Session cookies

Temporary, and deleted when you close your browser. They maintain your session while you navigate our website.

Persistent cookies

These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences across visits.

Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing those providers’ privacy policies:

Managing your cookie preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser settings

Most browsers let you control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block all cookies, or only third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites
  • Enable "Do Not Track" signals

Note: blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using our services.

Browser-specific instructions

Opt-out tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using these tools:

Similar technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

  • Web beacons: small images that track page views and email opens
  • Local storage: data stored in your browser for faster performance
  • Device fingerprinting: collecting device characteristics for security

Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.

Contact us

Questions about this document? Get in touch.

Navy Federal

Privacy Team

1200 Market Street, Suite 400, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Email: support@navfedunion.com