Cookie Policy
Effective Date: May 15, 2026 · Last Updated: May 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how BytePulse uses cookies and similar technologies when you access the Platform via a web browser.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They serve authentication, preferences, analytics, and functionality. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags.
2. Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Duration | Third-Party? | Essential? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Maintain login session, verify identity | Session / 30 days | No | Yes |
| Preferences | Topic selection, dark mode, language, notification settings | 1 year | No | Yes |
| Security | CSRF protection, fraud detection, bot prevention | Session | No | Yes |
| Analytics | Usage patterns, feature adoption, error tracking | Up to 2 years | Yes (Mixpanel, Firebase) | No |
| Performance | Page load times, API latency | Session | No | No |
3. Cookies We Do NOT Use
- Third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels
- Cross-site tracking cookies
- Fingerprinting for advertising
- Social media tracking (no Facebook Pixel, no Twitter tags)
- Retargeting or remarketing cookies
4. Managing Cookies
- Platform Settings — toggle non-essential analytics in Privacy Settings
- Browser Settings — most browsers allow blocking or deleting cookies. Note: blocking essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning.
For users in the EU/EEA/UK, we present a cookie consent banner with granular opt-in/opt-out before non-essential cookies are set.