Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 20, 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
- Session cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
- Authentication tokens: Verify your identity securely
- Security cookies: Protect against cross-site forgery attacks
- Browser session keys: Maintain your connection to social accounts
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience:
- User preferences: Remember your settings and choices
- Language settings: Display content in your preferred language
- Theme preferences: Remember your dark/light mode choice
- Form data: Temporarily store form inputs for convenience
Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how you use our service:
- Usage statistics: Track which features are most popular
- Performance monitoring: Identify slow-loading pages
- Error tracking: Help us fix problems you encounter
- User journeys: Understand how users navigate the site
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
session |
User authentication and session management | Session | Essential |
_browser_session_key |
Social media account connections | Persistent | Functional |
csrf_token |
Security protection against attacks | Session | Essential |
user_preferences |
Store user settings and preferences | 1 year | Functional |
analytics_id |
Anonymous usage tracking | 2 years | Analytics |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
Replit Authentication
- Purpose: OAuth authentication and user management
- Provider: Replit Inc.
- Data: Authentication tokens and user profile information
- Privacy Policy: replit.com/privacy
Bootstrap CDN
- Purpose: Deliver CSS and JavaScript files
- Provider: Bootstrap team / jsDelivr
- Data: Basic request information for content delivery
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Management
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Your preferences won't be saved
- Some security features may be affected
- Social media connections may not persist
6. Cookie Duration
We use two types of cookies based on duration:
Session Cookies
- Deleted when you close your browser
- Used for temporary functionality during your visit
- Include authentication and security tokens
Persistent Cookies
- Remain on your device for a specified period
- Used to remember preferences between visits
- Automatically deleted after expiration
7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Our legal basis for using cookies:
- Essential cookies: Legitimate interest in providing the service
- Functional cookies: Your consent (implied by continued use)
- Analytics cookies: Your consent and legitimate interest in improvement
8. International Transfers
Some cookies may result in data being transferred to countries outside your region. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be:
- Posted on this page with an updated date
- Communicated through our service if material
- Effective immediately upon posting
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: privacy@scribevids.com
- Contact form: scribevids.com/contact
- Include "Cookie Policy" in your subject line