Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Craftology ("we," "us"), operated by ICVR LLC, uses cookies and similar technologies. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy. By using our service, you can accept or manage cookies as described below.
This policy covers two related but distinct properties, and the cookies set on each differ:
- Our website — the public marketing and waitlist site at craftology.io.
- Our platform — the signed-in Craftology application (the creative workspace).
Section 4 lists the cookies for each property separately so you can see which apply where.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar technologies such as local storage, pixels, and software development kits (SDKs). We refer to all of these collectively as "cookies."
Cookies may be set by us ("first-party") or by third parties whose services we use ("third-party"). They may last only for your session ("session cookies") or persist across visits ("persistent cookies").
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
- Strictly necessary — Required for the platform to function, including authentication, security, and load balancing. These cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Functional — Remember your preferences and choices to improve your experience.
- Analytics / performance — Help us understand how the service is used so we can improve it (for example, Google Analytics, PostHog, and Sentry). On the platform these are set only after you opt in by accepting all cookies.
- Marketing — Used to measure and improve our advertising and referral programs. We set these only with your consent.
4. Cookies We Set
4.1 On our website (craftology.io)
| Purpose | Examples | Category | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security & anti-abuse | reCAPTCHA | Strictly necessary | Up to 6 months |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | Analytics / performance | Up to 24 months |
| Referral / campaigns | Viral Loops | Marketing | Up to 12 months |
4.2 On our platform (the Craftology Studio)
| Purpose | Examples | Category | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication & session | session_id (references a server-side session; the session itself is stored on our servers, not in the cookie) | Strictly necessary | ~24 hours |
| Preferences | ai-portal-settings (interface theme, layout, and navigation choices) | Functional | ~24 hours |
| Consent record | cookieConsent (stored in your browser's local storage to remember your cookie choices) | Strictly necessary | 12 months |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat, _ga_*); PostHog (ph_*); Sentry session replay | Analytics / performance | Up to 24 months |
Analytics and performance cookies on the platform — Google Analytics, PostHog, and Sentry — are set on an opt-in basis: they load only after you accept all cookies, and are not set if you choose essential cookies only. You can withdraw this consent at any time through your cookie settings (see Section 6).
These tables reflect the principal cookies in use and are reviewed periodically. The exact set may vary as we update the service.
5. Legal Basis and Consent
Strictly necessary cookies are set on the basis of our legitimate interest in operating a secure, functional service. Analytics and performance cookies on the platform (Google Analytics, PostHog, and Sentry) are set only after you opt in by accepting all cookies through the cookie banner or your cookie settings; if you choose essential cookies only, they are not set. Marketing cookies on our website are likewise set only with your consent. You can change or withdraw your choices at any time (see below).
6. How to Manage Cookies
- Cookie banner / preferences — When you first visit, choose "Accept All" or "Accept Essential" in the cookie banner. On the platform, you can review and change your choice at any time under your profile's privacy and cookie settings.
- Browser settings — Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may break parts of the service.
- Analytics — On the platform, analytics and performance cookies (Google Analytics, PostHog, and Sentry) are set only if you accept all cookies; you can withdraw consent at any time in your cookie settings. You can also opt out of Google Analytics site-wide using Google's browser add-on.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our service and applicable law evolve. We will post the updated version here and revise the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact
Questions about cookies? Email privacy@craftology.io.