Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session storage.

2. Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the platform to function. Cannot be disabled.

• __session — Firebase authentication session token
• NEXT_LOCALE — Stores your language preference
• vcrewx_consent — Records your cookie consent choice

Functional Cookies

Enhance your experience with preferences and personalization.

• vcrewx_theme — Dark/light mode preference
• vcrewx_sidebar — Dashboard layout preference

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with the platform. Data is anonymized.

• _ga, _gid — Google Analytics (if enabled) for page views and session duration

3. Third-Party Cookies

Our payment processor (Stripe) may set cookies during checkout to prevent fraud and process payments securely. These are governed by Stripe's own privacy policy.

We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. We do not sell cookie data to third parties.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

• Use the cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit
• Clear cookies through your browser settings
• Disable non-essential cookies in your browser preferences

Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using core platform features such as authentication.

5. Cookie Retention

• Session cookies — Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies — Retained for up to 12 months (consent, language preference)
• Analytics cookies — Retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our platform evolves. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

7. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@vstreamx.com.