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Cookies Policy

This page explains how CritikHub uses cookies and similar technologies to keep the platform secure, functional, and continuously improving.

Last updated: April 13, 2026

1. What This Cookies Policy Covers

This Cookies Policy explains how CritikHub uses cookies and related technologies when you visit our website, use your account, and interact with product features.

It should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This content is provided as an operational template and should be reviewed by legal counsel before final publication.

2. What Cookies Are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites and services you use. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time.

We may also use similar technologies such as local storage, pixels, and software development kits to support authentication, performance, analytics, and security.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different categories of cookies depending on how you use CritikHub:

  • Strictly necessary cookies: required for login sessions, security checks, and core platform functionality.
  • Functional cookies: remember preferences such as language, interface settings, and saved choices.
  • Performance and analytics cookies: help us understand traffic patterns, feature usage, and reliability issues.
  • Security cookies: support fraud prevention, abuse detection, and account protection.
  • Optional marketing cookies (if enabled): measure campaign performance and help deliver relevant communications.

4. Why We Use Cookies

Cookies help us maintain and improve CritikHub by allowing us to:

  • Keep you signed in and maintain secure sessions.
  • Remember your preferences and improve usability.
  • Measure feature adoption and product performance.
  • Diagnose technical issues and strengthen platform stability.
  • Protect users and systems from abuse and unauthorized access.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by trusted third-party providers that support hosting, analytics, security, or embedded features.

These providers may process limited technical information according to their own privacy terms. CritikHub does not control third-party cookie policies.

7. Browser Controls and Opt-Out

Most browsers let you view, block, or delete cookies in settings. You can also configure your browser to notify you when cookies are being set.

Disabling certain cookies may reduce platform functionality, including sign-in persistence and personalized settings.

8. Cookie Lifespan and Retention

Some cookies are session cookies that expire when you close your browser, while others are persistent cookies that remain for a defined period unless deleted earlier.

Retention periods depend on cookie purpose, legal requirements, security obligations, and operational needs.

9. Regional Rights and Do Not Track

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding tracking technologies, consent withdrawal, and data processing choices.

Some browsers transmit a Do Not Track signal. Because there is no universally accepted standard for interpreting these signals, our response may vary by jurisdiction and applicable law.

10. Policy Updates and Contact

We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect legal requirements, product updates, and technology changes. Material updates will be reflected by updating the date on this page.

If you have questions about cookie usage or privacy controls, please contact our support team through the contact page.

Need help with cookie preferences?

If you want help managing cookie settings, withdrawing consent, or understanding tracking controls, contact our team and include details about your browser and request.