Last Updated: October 24, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Askcrates ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and services. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
Can you refuse them? No - these are required for basic functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| askcrates_cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings.
Can you refuse them? Yes - but some features may not work as expected.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| askcrates_lang | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| theme_preference | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website.
Can you refuse them? Yes - this won't affect your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Purpose: Track your activity for advertising purposes.
Can you refuse them? Yes - you won't see personalized ads.
Note: We currently do not use marketing cookies, but may in the future with your consent.
We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies:
Purpose: Load custom fonts (Poppins)
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Purpose: Backend services and data storage
Privacy Policy: Appwrite Privacy Policy
Purpose: Website analytics and usage statistics
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
In addition to cookies, we use other browser storage technologies:
We use browser local storage to:
We use session storage for temporary data that expires when you close your browser.
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
We respect the "Do Not Track" browser setting. When DNT is enabled, we:
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
If you disable cookies:
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with:
Your rights include:
For California residents, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
We are committed to protecting children's privacy:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do:
To learn more about cookies:
For more information about how we handle your data:
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Askcrates
Email: privacy@askcrates.com
Support: support@askcrates.com