What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow us to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status. Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (stored for a longer period).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies in the following categories:
• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication, security, and basic functionality of our service. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience. You can opt-out through browser settings.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform through usage patterns and behavior analysis.
• Marketing Cookies: Currently, we do not use marketing cookies for advertising purposes.
Cookie Reference Table
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|
| sb-auth-token | Supabase | Authentication token for session management | Session | Essential |
| sb-refresh-token | Supabase | Refresh token for authentication renewal | 7 days | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Unique user identifier | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Session identifier | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _ga_XXXXXXXX | Google Analytics | Measures data for AdSense customers | 2 years | Analytics |
| theme_pref | AllyShield | User UI theme preference (dark/light) | 1 year | Functional |
| language_pref | AllyShield | User language preference | 1 year | Functional |
Managing Your Cookies
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being set. However, disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our service. Common browser settings locations:
• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
We also provide a cookie consent banner on our website.
Third-Party Cookies
We use only Google Analytics for third-party cookies, which helps us analyze site usage. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies from third parties. Google Analytics operates under its own privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking through their browser extension: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or legal requirements. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.