What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve your experience, and provide analytics data. This policy explains how Artifically uses cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Essential for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your logged-in session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2. Functional Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Remembers dark/light mode choice | 1 year |
| language | Stores language preference | 1 year |
| dashboard_layout | Saves dashboard customizations | 6 months |
3. Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our site.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website traffic and usage analytics | 2 years |
| Mixpanel | Product usage and feature analytics | 1 year |
| Hotjar | Heatmaps and user behavior | 1 year |
4. Marketing Cookies
Purpose: Track your activity to deliver personalized ads.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Ads | Ad targeting and conversion tracking | 90 days |
| LinkedIn Insight | B2B ad targeting | 180 days |
| Facebook Pixel | Social media ad optimization | 90 days |
Managing Cookies
You have several options to control cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete all cookies when closing the browser
- Block all cookies (may break site functionality)
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
- Industry Opt-Outs: Digital Advertising Alliance
- Do Not Track: Enable in your browser settings (note: not all sites honor this)
Impact of Blocking Cookies
Blocking certain cookies may affect your experience:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Preference settings may not be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- Personalized content may not be available
Questions?
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@artifically.com.