1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites:
- Recognize returning users
- Remember preferences
- Improve performance
- Analyze traffic
- Support secure login sessions
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies — deleted when browser closes
- Persistent cookies — remain until expiry or deletion
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Operate essential website functions
- Maintain secure login sessions
- Remember language and interface preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
- Improve service performance
- Detect fraud and abuse
- Support subscription workflows
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are required for platform operation and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication cookies
- Session security cookies
- Payment session cookies
Without these cookies, core platform features may not work properly.
B. Functional Cookies
These remember user preferences such as:
- Language settings
- Dashboard preferences
- Saved interface selections
C. Analytics Cookies
These help us understand usage patterns. Analytics may measure:
- Page visits
- Feature usage
- Session duration
- Traffic sources
D. Performance Cookies
Used to improve:
- Speed
- Stability
- Technical performance
E. Marketing / Advertising Cookies
Used only if marketing tools are enabled. May track:
- Campaign effectiveness
- Ad engagement
- Referral sources
If used in the EU, prior consent is required before activation.
4. EU Cookie Consent Requirements
For users in the EU:
Non-essential cookies are activated only after explicit consent. This includes analytics cookies, advertising cookies, and personalization cookies.
Users must be able to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize preferences
5. US Cookie Rights (Including California)
For users in California, cookies that may qualify as data sharing are subject to privacy rights under CCPA / CPRA.
Users may request:
- Disclosure of cookie-related data categories
- Deletion where applicable
- Opt-out of sharing if legally triggered
We do not sell personal information through cookies.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by trusted third-party providers used to operate our service. Examples may include:
- Stripe for payment security
- PayPal for billing sessions
- Google analytics tools
- Amazon Web Services infrastructure-related services
Third-party cookies are governed by those providers' privacy practices.
7. How Users Can Control Cookies
Users may control cookies through:
- Cookie banner settings
- Browser settings
- Device privacy controls
Browsers typically allow:
- Blocking cookies
- Deleting stored cookies
- Limiting third-party cookies
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.
8. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookie duration varies depending on purpose:
- Session cookies — deleted when browser closes
- Preference cookies — retained for limited periods
- Analytics cookies — retained according to analytics provider settings
9. Consent Withdrawal
Users may withdraw cookie consent at any time through:
- Cookie settings link in website footer
- Browser controls
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:
- Legal changes
- Technical changes
- New service integrations
Updated versions will be posted on this page.
11. Contact for Cookie Questions
For privacy or cookie inquiries:
Email: privacy@aipublisher.com
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