Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Immersifi ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By using our services, you acknowledge that we use cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the button above.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
We also use similar technologies like localStorage and sessionStorage, which serve similar purposes but are stored differently in your browser.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate, so they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| access_token | Secure API authentication | 15 minutes |
| refresh_token | Keeps you logged in | 30 days |
| visitor_token | Guest session management | Session |
| immersifi-auth | Login state management | Until logout |
| immersifi-cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | Persistent |
Functional Cookies
OptionalThese cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings. They help us provide personalized features like saving your story drafts and UI preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sidebar_state | Sidebar menu preference | 7 days |
| ..._drafts | Local copies of your stories | Until logout |
| ...verification-attempts | Security rate limiting | 15 minutes |
Analytics & Marketing Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how you found us, how you use the site, and how to improve it. They include first-party attribution storage (UTMs, ad-channel click IDs, the referring page) plus anonymised usage analytics from our processors. Nothing in this category is loaded until you opt in via the cookie banner.
| Storage Key / Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| immersifi_landing_page, immersifi_referrer, immersifi_first_visit_time | First-visit attribution context | Until checkout |
| immersifi_utm_source, immersifi_utm_medium, immersifi_utm_campaign, immersifi_utm_term, immersifi_utm_content | Marketing campaign attribution | Until checkout |
| immersifi_gclid, immersifi_fbclid, immersifi_ttclid, immersifi_msclkid, immersifi_li_fat_id | Ad-platform click identifiers (only present if you arrived via a tagged ad link) | Until checkout |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — anonymised session/user identifier | 2 years (per Google default; we configure 2-month data retention) |
| _clck, _clsk | Microsoft Clarity — heatmap and session-replay identifier | Up to 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third parties who may also set cookies on your device:
Stripe
Our payment processor uses cookies for secure payment processing and fraud prevention. These are essential for completing purchases.Stripe's Cookie Policy →
Endorsely
Our affiliate tracking partner uses cookies to attribute referrals from content creators. This helps us compensate creators who refer users to our platform.Endorsely's Privacy Policy →
Google Analytics 4 (Google LLC)
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors find and use the site (page views, traffic sources, conversion paths). Data retention is configured to 2 months — the strictest setting Google offers — IP addresses are anonymised, and Google Signals (cross-device tracking) is disabled. Data is processed under Google's Data Processing Terms and EU Standard Contractual Clauses. Google Analytics is loaded only after you accept analytics cookies; before that, Google receives only anonymised, cookie-less "consent pings" via Google Consent Mode v2 for aggregate behavioural modelling.Google's Cookie Policy →
Microsoft Clarity (Microsoft Corporation)
We use Microsoft Clarity to capture anonymised heatmaps, scroll maps, and session replays. This helps us identify usability problems (e.g. broken layouts on certain devices). IP addresses are masked, sensitive form fields and redacted text are automatically obscured, and processing happens under Microsoft's GDPR-compliant data processing terms. Clarity is loaded only after you accept analytics cookies.Clarity Terms →
Sentry (Error Monitoring)
We use Sentry (EU data residency at de.sentry.io) to capture uncaught JavaScript errors and performance traces so we can fix bugs quickly. Sentry does not set cookies. Error reports include stack traces and breadcrumb events with IP addresses, emails, authentication tokens, and URL query strings stripped client-side before transmission. Long string fields are redacted to a 40-character ceiling. Lawful basis: GDPR Art 6(1)(f) legitimate interest. You may object to this processing at any time — see Section 18 of our Privacy Policy.Sentry's Privacy Policy →
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Our cookie banner: When you first visit our site, you can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
- Cookie preferences button: Click the "Manage Cookies" button at the top of this page or in our site footer to update your preferences at any time.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using our service.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected] or review our Privacy Policy.