Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Effective Date: January 30, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how SnipLink ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie banner or by adjusting your browser settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, and make your next visit easier and more useful.
Cookies can be categorized by:
- Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain until they expire or you delete them)
- Origin: First-party cookies (set by our website) or third-party cookies (set by external services)
- Purpose: Essential, functional, analytics, or marketing cookies
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, you would not be able to use basic features like secure login or accessing your dashboard. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| auth_token | Authentication and session management for logged-in users | 30 days |
| __Secure-next-auth.session-token | NextAuth.js session token for authentication | Session / 30 days |
| __Host-next-auth.csrf-token | CSRF protection token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
| sniplink_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences (GDPR compliance) | 365 days |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| workspace_id | Remembers your currently selected workspace for convenience | Session |
| theme | Stores your preferred color theme (light/dark mode) | 365 days |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. All analytics data is anonymized. You can opt out of these cookies via our cookie banner.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _sniplink_analytics | First-party analytics to measure page views and site usage | 30 days |
Data collected: Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, device type, general location (country/region), referrer URL. IP addresses are anonymized after 7 days.
3.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies may be used to track conversions and show you relevant advertisements. We currently do not use third-party marketing cookies, but we may in the future. You can opt out via our cookie banner.
4. Click Tracking on Shortened Links
When someone clicks on a shortened link created through SnipLink, we collect analytics data to provide link performance statistics to our users. This data includes:
- IP address (anonymized after 7 days)
- Browser and device information
- Geographic location (country, region, city)
- Referrer URL
- Timestamp
GDPR Compliance Notice
If you are a SnipLink customer creating shortened links, you are responsible for obtaining valid consent from visitors before we collect their analytics data. We provide a consent banner component and consent API to help you comply with GDPR and other privacy regulations.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
5.1 Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to enable
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer of our website, which will reopen the cookie banner.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete all cookies from your browser
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is set
Learn how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
5.3 Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can use our cookie banner to opt out of tracking cookies.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from third parties that set their own cookies. These include:
- Payment Processor (Paddle): For secure payment processing, invoicing, and fraud prevention
- OAuth Providers (Google, GitHub): If you choose to sign in using these services
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- Displaying a notice on our website or via our cookie banner
Your continued use of our website after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
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