1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about you and your preferences to improve your experience.
Types of Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Stored for a specific period and survive browser sessions
Similar Technologies
- Local Storage: Stores data in your browser for offline functionality
- Web Beacons: Small images that track email opens and page visits
- Pixel Tags: Invisible tracking elements for analytics and advertising
2. Cookies We Use
DraftSEO.ai follows a privacy-first approach with minimal cookie usage:
Essential Cookies (Required)
- next-auth.session-token: User authentication and session management
- next-auth.csrf-token: CSRF protection for secure requests
- next-auth.callback-url: Redirect handling after authentication
- cookie_consent: Stores your cookie preferences
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
- _ga, _ga_*: Google Analytics for usage patterns (2 years)
- _clck, _clsk: Microsoft Clarity for session recordings (1 year / session)
Marketing Cookies (Optional, Consent Required)
- _fbp: Meta Pixel browser identification (90 days)
- _fbc: Meta Pixel click tracking (90 days)
3. Your Cookie Choices
You can manage cookies through:
- Our Cookie Banner: Accept or decline non-essential cookies when you first visit
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
- Opt-Out Links: Use platform-specific opt-out tools for Google and Meta
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent the Service from functioning properly.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
- Google Tag Manager: Tag management for analytics and marketing
- Microsoft Clarity: Session recordings and heatmaps
- Meta Pixel: Advertising measurement (with consent)
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
5. Legal Basis
- Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for Service operation)
- Analytics Cookies: Legitimate interest (service improvement)
- Marketing Cookies: Explicit consent (advertising and tracking)
6. Regional Differences
EU/UK Users (GDPR): We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies. You can withdraw consent at any time.
California Users (CCPA): You can opt out of the sale of personal information via cookies. We do not sell personal information.
Other Regions: We apply GDPR standards globally as our baseline privacy protection.
7. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
8. Contact Us
For questions about cookies:
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Address: 197B Powerscourt Road, PO27JH, United Kingdom
