This Cookie Policy explains how Cognito AI ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, use our web application, or interact with our browser extension.

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, improve your experience, and provide essential functionality.

How We Use Cookies

Cognito AI uses cookies for the following purposes:

1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our Service and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

• Authentication: Keeping you logged in to your account
• Session Management: Maintaining your session as you navigate the application
• Security: Protecting your account from unauthorized access
• Load Balancing: Distributing traffic across our servers

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features:

• User Preferences: Theme settings (light/dark mode), language preferences
• Selected AI Model: Remembering your preferred AI model
• UI Customizations: Layout preferences and settings

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

• Google OAuth: For authentication and sign-in functionality
• Paddle: For payment processing (if you subscribe to a paid plan)

These third-party services have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.

Types of Cookies We Use

Managing Cookies

You have several options to manage or disable cookies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies (note: this may prevent our Service from working properly)
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable essential cookies, you may experience limited functionality, including:

• Inability to log in or stay logged in
• Loss of preference settings
• Reduced security features
• Inability to use certain features of the Service

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@cognetic.app