Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 12, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how TRICKEST uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, secure, and improve our platform.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: Keep you logged in
- Preferences: Remember your settings
- Analytics: Understand how you use our platform
- Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
- Performance: Optimize platform speed
Types of Cookies We Use
🔒 Necessary Cookies (Required)
These cookies are essential for the platform to function.
- Session JWT: Maintains your login state
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
- CSRF Token: Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks
CANNOT BE DISABLED - Required for platform functionality
📊 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand user behavior.
- Google Analytics 4:
- Tracks page views, sessions, and user flow
- Measures engagement and bounce rates
- Provides device and location data
- Retention: 14 months
- Microsoft Clarity:
- Records user sessions for UX analysis
- Creates heatmaps showing click patterns
- Tracks scroll depth and rage clicks
- Retention: 30 days (recordings), 90 days (heatmaps)
CAN BE DISABLED - Use cookie banner to opt-out
📣 Marketing Cookies (Future - Not Implemented)
These cookies will be used for marketing purposes.
- Social Media Pixels: Track ad conversions
- Email Tracking: Measure email campaign effectiveness
- Retargeting: Show relevant ads
NOT YET IMPLEMENTED - Coming soon
Third-Party Cookies
Our platform uses third-party services that may set cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | User analytics | View Policy |
| Microsoft Clarity | Heatmaps & recordings | View Policy |
| Google OAuth | Authentication | View Policy |
| YouTube | Video hosting | View Policy |
Managing Cookies
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit TRICKEST, you'll see a cookie banner that lets you:
- Accept All: Enable necessary, analytics, and marketing cookies
- Necessary Only: Enable only required cookies
- Customize: Choose which cookie categories to accept
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
⚠️ Blocking necessary cookies may prevent the platform from functioning properly.
Cookie Lifespan
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration or deletion
- Authentication Cookies: 30 days (configurable)
- Analytics Cookies: 14 months - 2 years
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
📧 privacy@trickest.com
By using TRICKEST, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.