Cookie
Protocol
This document outlines the technical implementation of cookies and local storage mechanisms used across the Platform. Read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Transparency
Every cookie is cataloged with strict purpose definition.
User Control
Optional tracking requires explicit opt-in confirmation.
Minimalism
We only store what is strictly necessary for operation.
- 01. DEFINITION
- 02. USAGE METRICS
- 03. INVENTORY
- 04. MEDIA DOMAIN
- 05. CONFIGURATION
Definition
Cookies are small text files utilized to persist stateful information on your device. This includes local storage, session storage, pixels, and beacons. We collectively refer to these technologies as “cookies” for the purpose of this documentation.
System Usage
Authentication
Persists session tokens to maintain secure access states.
Security
CSRF protection and device fingerprinting for abuse prevention.
State Management
Preserves interface preferences and upload progress.
Telemetry
Aggregated performance metrics to optimize throughput.
Cookie Inventory
SYSTEM CORE
Essential
Strictly necessary for platform operation. Cannot be disabled.
Maintains authenticated user session.
Provider: ScreenCache
Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks.
Provider: ScreenCache
Bot management and abuse detection.
Provider: Cloudflare
Stores cookie consent preferences.
Provider: ScreenCache
USER EXPERIENCE
Functional
Enhances usability by persisting non-critical state.
Stores UI theme selection (Light/Dark).
Provider: ScreenCache
Allows resumption of interrupted file uploads.
Provider: ScreenCache
FINANCIAL
Payment Processing
Required for securely processing transactions via Stripe.
Fraud prevention and payment processing.
Provider: Stripe
Session management for checkout flow.
Provider: Stripe
METRICS
Analytics
Anonymized usage data for system optimization.
Distinguishes users for analytics.
Provider: Google Analytics
Distinguishes users for analytics.
Provider: Google Analytics
Media Isolation
WARNING: User generated content is served from an isolated domain origin.
This architecture ensures that main session cookies are never sent to the media CDN. The media domain may set distinct technical cookies for caching and routing purposes via AWS CloudFront.
Configuration
You may modify your preferences at any time. Browser-level controls can also define strict rules for cookie persistence.
- Browser Settings: Block third-party cookies via Chrome/Firefox/Safari settings.
- Global Privacy Control (GPC): We honor GPC signals as a valid opt-out mechanism.
- Mobile OS: Reset Advertising ID in iOS/Android privacy settings.
Disclaimer
This technical document is for informational purposes. For strict regulatory compliance (GDPR/CCPA), please consult legal counsel.