Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Reddit AI Digest ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our Chrome extension.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
Similar technologies include:
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser for longer periods
- Session Storage: Temporary data cleared when you close the browser
- Web Beacons: Small images that track page views and clicks
2. How We Use Cookies
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our Service:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
auth_token |
Keeps you signed in | Session |
session_id |
Identifies your session | Session |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics to understand how users interact with our Service:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme_preference |
Remembers dark/light mode | 1 year |
language |
Remembers language setting | 1 year |
3. Chrome Extension Storage
Our Chrome extension uses browser storage (not cookies) to store:
- Authentication tokens: To keep you signed in
- Usage data: To track your remaining free digests
- Cached results: To display previous analysis results
- User preferences: Your extension settings
This data is stored locally in your browser and synced securely with our servers when needed.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services may set their own cookies:
- Google: For authentication and analytics
- Stripe: For payment processing
Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete cookies selectively or all at once
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (may affect functionality)
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites not to track user activity. Our Service currently does not respond to DNT signals, but you can use the opt-out methods described above.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@redditaidigest.com
- Support: Help Center