Cookie Policy
Last updated: 8 February 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. Coldread uses cookies and similar technologies as described below.
Cookies We Use
Coldread does not use advertising or tracking cookies. We do not serve ads, and we do not share cookie data with advertising networks. The cookies we use fall into the following categories:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| __clerk_* | Clerk | Authentication session management. Maintains your signed-in state across page loads. | Strictly necessary | Session / 7 days |
| __client_uat | Clerk | Client-side user authentication token. Used to verify identity on API requests. | Strictly necessary | 7 days |
| theme | Coldread | Stores your preferred theme (light, dark, or system). No personal data. | Functional | 1 year |
| __vercel_* | Vercel | Hosting infrastructure cookies for routing, speed insights, and deployment management. | Performance | Session |
| __stripe_* | Stripe | Payment fraud prevention. Set when you visit the billing page or checkout flow. | Strictly necessary | Session / 1 year |
Cookie Categories
- Strictly necessary: Required for the site to function. These cannot be disabled. They include authentication cookies (Clerk) and payment security cookies (Stripe).
- Functional: Remember your preferences (such as theme choice). These improve your experience but the site works without them.
- Performance: Help us understand how the site performs. Vercel infrastructure cookies fall into this category.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from signing in to Coldread.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
No Third-Party Tracking
Coldread does not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any third-party tracking scripts. We do not share your browsing data with advertising networks or data brokers.
Contact
For questions about our cookie practices, contact us at privacy@coldread.ai.