This Cookie Policy explains how Pagesmith ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at pagesmith.ai and use our Service.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be set by us ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services we use ("third-party cookies").
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in and secure your session
- Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
- Preferences: To remember your settings and choices
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
- Performance: To monitor and improve site performance
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the Service to function properly. They cannot be disabled. Without these cookies, features like logging in and accessing your dashboard would not work.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
sb-*-auth-token | Supabase authentication session | Session / 1 year |
__cf_bm | Cloudflare bot management | 30 minutes |
cf_clearance | Cloudflare security challenge | 30 minutes |
__stripe_mid | Stripe fraud prevention | 1 year |
__stripe_sid | Stripe session identifier | 30 minutes |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and enable enhanced functionality. Disabling these may affect your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
theme | Remembers light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
sidebar_collapsed | Remembers sidebar state preference | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. All data is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
ph_* | PostHog | Product analytics and feature usage | 1 year |
__ph_opt_in_out_* | PostHog | Consent preference for analytics | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The main third-party services we use are:
- Cloudflare: Security and performance (see Cloudflare Cookie Policy)
- Stripe: Payment processing (see Stripe Cookie Policy)
- PostHog: Product analytics (see PostHog Privacy Policy)
- Supabase: Authentication (see Supabase Privacy Policy)
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Stores data in your browser for features like draft saving and UI preferences
- Session Storage: Temporary data that's cleared when you close your browser
- Pixels/Beacons: Small images that help track page views and email opens
6. Your Cookie Choices
6.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (this may break many websites)
Here are links to cookie settings for popular browsers:
6.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of specific tracking:
- PostHog: We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals
- General Opt-Out: Visit YourAdChoices for advertising opt-outs
6.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies
If you block or delete cookies:
- You may need to log in again on each visit
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Some features may not work correctly
- Essential cookies cannot be blocked without breaking the Service
7. Cookies on Your Websites
Websites you create with Pagesmith may also use cookies. By default, Pagesmith-hosted sites use:
- Cloudflare cookies: For security and performance
- Analytics cookies: If you enable analytics integrations
You are responsible for ensuring your websites comply with applicable cookie laws, including displaying appropriate cookie notices to your visitors.
8. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track you. We respect DNT signals and will disable non-essential tracking when detected.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]