What Are Cookies?
1.1 Definition
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
1.2 What They Collect
- • Browser type & operating system
- • IP Address (Approximate location)
1.3 Legal Basis
- •Consent: For analytics & marketing cookies.
- •Legitimate Interest: For essential security/functionality.
Why We Use Cookies
Essential Functionality
Required for authentication, security (protecting against fraud), session management, and load balancing. The platform cannot function without these.
Performance & Analytics
Helps us understand how visitors use our site, identify technical errors, test new features (A/B testing), and optimize load times.
Personalization
Remembers settings like language, timezone, dark mode preference, and dashboard layout so you don’t have to reset them every visit.
Marketing
Used for campaign measurement, retargeting (showing ads on other sites), and understanding which marketing channels drive sign-ups.
Detailed Cookie Categories
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for website operation and security. These cannot be disabled in our systems.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session | AlgoStack |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session | AlgoStack |
| __cf_bm | Bot management and security | 30 min | Cloudflare |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | AlgoStack |
3.2 Analytics & Performance
Allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve performance. Data is aggregated and anonymized.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | |
| mp_* | Mixpanel analytics - user tracking | 1 year | Mixpanel |
3.3 Marketing & Advertising
Set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - Conversion tracking | 90 days | |
| fr, _fbp | Facebook Pixel - Ad delivery & tracking | 90 days | |
| li_sugr | LinkedIn - Browser identification | 90 days |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use. We don't control these cookies—they are governed by the third party's privacy policy.
How to Control Cookies
Preference Center
Manage your consent for non-essential cookies on our site directly.
Browser Settings
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Be aware that blocking strictly necessary cookies may cause our platform to stop working.
Industry Opt-Out Tools
Other Tracking Technologies
Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small transparent images in emails and on web pages. We use these to track email opens and verify page views. To control these, you can disable images in your email client.
Local Storage
Allows us to store data locally on your browser (up to 10MB) to cache preferences and improve performance. This data doesn't expire automatically but can be cleared via browser settings.
Device Fingerprinting
We collect device characteristics (resolution, browser version) primarily for fraud detection and security monitoring, not for individual user tracking.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from or set cookies on devices used by children.
If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact privacy@algostack.com immediately.
International Transfers
Our servers are in the US. Cookie data may be processed outside your home country. For EEA/UK users, we use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for transfers.
By using our service, you consent to this transfer as described in our Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our operations. Material changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on the platform.
Check the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Previous versions are available upon request.
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Complaints
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
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