Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 8, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience. Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others help us analyze usage and deliver relevant content.
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your login state | Session |
| CSRF token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| Locale preference | Remembers your language/region selection | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users within 24h | 24 hours |
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by third-party services we use.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Fraud prevention and secure payment processing | Varies |
| Vercel Analytics | Performance monitoring and Web Vitals | Session |
3. Email Tracking Technologies
In addition to website cookies, we use the following tracking technologies in our newsletter emails:
- Open tracking pixels: A small transparent image (1x1 pixel) embedded in emails that lets us know when a newsletter has been opened. This helps us measure engagement and improve content relevance.
- Click tracking: Links in our newsletters are routed through our tracking system to measure which content resonates with readers. The redirect is instantaneous and transparent to you.
Email tracking can be prevented by disabling image loading in your email client or using privacy-focused email clients that strip tracking pixels.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies.
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies.
- Set preferences for specific websites.
- Receive a notification when a cookie is being set.
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent parts of our website from functioning correctly. You can find cookie management instructions for common browsers here:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5. Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This prevents Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed.
7. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at privacy@axiomsynapse.com