Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Probecast ("we", "our" or "Platform") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services.

By continuing to use our platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function and cannot be disabled.

  • Authentication: Session cookies to keep you logged in (NextAuth.js session token)
  • Security: CSRF protection tokens
  • Preferences: Theme and layout preferences

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform.

  • Usage Analytics: Anonymous page views, navigation patterns, and feature usage
  • Performance: Page load times and error tracking

2.3 Advertising Cookies

We use cookies to track advertisement impressions and clicks for our advertising partners. These cookies do not track you across other websites and are limited to measuring ad performance within the Probecast platform.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

  • Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
  • Google OAuth: Social login authentication (if you sign in with Google)
  • GitHub OAuth: Social login authentication (if you sign in with GitHub)

4. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific or all websites
  • Set preferences for certain types of cookies

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our platform, including the ability to log in and use core features.

5. Data Retention

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Authentication cookies: Valid for up to 30 days
  • Analytics cookies: Retained for up to 12 months
  • Advertising cookies: Retained for up to 90 days

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@probecast.io.