Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the site. InfoSlides uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve the Service.

2. Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Authentication tokens: Stored in local storage to keep you signed in.
• Session management: To maintain your session state across pages.
• Security cookies: To prevent cross-site request forgery and other attacks.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced features and personalization:

• User preferences: Theme settings (dark/light mode), language, and display preferences.
• Recent activity: Remembering your last-viewed slideshow or device for convenience.

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics 4 (Google LLC, USA) to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics sets cookies (including _ga and _ga_*) that collect anonymised usage data such as pages visited, session duration, and referral source. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.

Google Analytics data is transmitted to and stored on Google servers. Google may transfer this data to third parties where required by law or where such third parties process the data on Google's behalf. We have enabled IP anonymisation so that your IP address is truncated before storage. Analytics cookies are only placed after you accept this policy via the cookie consent banner.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at any time by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by managing your preferences in your browser settings.

2.4 Payment Cookies

When you interact with our billing pages, Paddle (our payment processor) may set cookies necessary for secure payment processing. These are governed by Paddle's Privacy Policy.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We limit the use of third-party cookies. Third parties that may set cookies through the Service include:

• Google Analytics (Google LLC): Website analytics as described in section 2.3 above. Governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
• Paddle.com: For payment processing and fraud prevention. Governed by Paddle's Privacy Policy.
• OAuth providers (Google, Microsoft, Apple): During the sign-in flow only.

We do not use advertising or tracking cookies from third-party ad networks.

4. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, InfoSlides uses browser local storage for:

• Authentication tokens (JWT).
• User interface preferences.
• Cached application state for performance.

Local storage data remains on your device until explicitly cleared by you or the application.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete existing cookies.
• Block cookies from specific or all websites.
• Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent the Service from functioning correctly. You will need to remain signed in and may need to re-enter preferences.

For instructions on managing cookies in your browser:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

7. Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us using the contact form on the Support page