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Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser when you visit a website. They help us remember who you are, keep your session alive, and understand how people use our platform so we can continue improving it.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
auth_token | Essential | Keeps you logged in securely (HTTP-only cookie) | 15 minutes |
refresh_token | Essential | Silently renews your session without re-login | 7 days |
theme | Preference | Remembers your UI preferences | 1 year |
_ga | Analytics | Anonymous usage analytics to improve platform | 2 years |
For Users
Essential cookies are required for the platform to function. Without them you would be logged out on every page visit. Analytics cookies are anonymous and help us understand which pages are most useful. You can disable analytics cookies by using your browser settings or a browser extension like uBlock Origin.
For Experts
Your dashboard session is maintained using our secure HTTP-only cookies. These are not accessible to JavaScript and cannot be stolen by cross-site scripting attacks. Your active panel state and profile preferences are stored locally in your browser.
Managing Cookies
You can clear or block cookies at any time via your browser settings. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from staying logged in. Here are links to cookie settings for common browsers:
Contact
Questions about how we use cookies? Email us at privacy@bookexpert.com