Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 5, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
How We Use Cookies
ChatDropAI uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Authenticate users and maintain secure sessions
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze how our services are used to improve functionality
- Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity
- Provide personalized features and content
Types of Cookies We Use
REQUIREDStrictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __clerk_* | User authentication and session management | Session / 7 days |
| csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and do not require consent under GDPR and ePrivacy regulations.
FUNCTIONALFunctional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| sidebar_state | Remembers if you collapsed the sidebar | 30 days |
Legal Basis: These cookies require your consent under GDPR. You can manage these preferences through our cookie banner or browser settings.
ANALYTICSPerformance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our services.
Note: We currently do not use analytics cookies. If we implement analytics in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent before doing so.
Legal Basis: Analytics cookies require your consent under GDPR.
MARKETINGMarketing/Targeting Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
We do not currently use marketing or targeting cookies. We do not sell your personal data or use it for advertising purposes.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies.
Clerk (Authentication)
Clerk sets cookies to manage user authentication and sessions. These are strictly necessary for the service to function.
Stripe (Payment Processing)
Stripe may set cookies to process payments securely and prevent fraud. These are necessary for payment functionality.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
1. Cookie Consent Banner (EU Visitors)
If you are visiting from the European Union, you will see a cookie consent banner when you first visit our site. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies through this banner.
2. Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions:
3. Account Settings
Some cookie preferences can be managed through your account settings on our platform. Log in to your account and navigate to Settings > Privacy to manage these preferences.
Important: Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the site to function.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no uniform standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals.
We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we only use strictly necessary and functional cookies as described in this policy. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as:
- Local Storage: HTML5 local storage to store user preferences and application state on your device. This data persists even after you close your browser.
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same privacy considerations. You can clear local and session storage through your browser settings.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our website
- Request your consent again if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:
- www.allaboutcookies.org
- www.youronlinechoices.eu (for EU visitors)
- ICO Cookie Guidance (UK Information Commissioner's Office)
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: ezrawork20@gmail.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry