Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 5, 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how TechResider AI ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website and use our AI tools platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

By using our services, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, TechResider AI) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies."

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

  • Essential Functionality: To enable core features like user authentication and account management
  • Security: To protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
  • Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
  • Performance: To analyze how our platform is used and improve functionality
  • Analytics: To understand user behavior and optimize our services

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality such as:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID User session management Session
authenticated Login state tracking Session
user_id User identification Session

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Remember your language preferences
  • Store your theme settings (dark/light mode)
  • Remember your tool preferences and settings
  • Save your dashboard layout preferences
  • Remember your last used AI models

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform:

  • Track page views and navigation patterns
  • Measure tool usage and popularity
  • Identify technical issues and errors
  • Analyze user engagement and behavior
  • Improve platform performance and user experience

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us improve platform performance:

  • Monitor server response times
  • Track API call performance
  • Identify slow-loading pages
  • Optimize resource loading
  • Detect and fix technical issues

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies on our behalf:

Payment Processing

Razorpay: Our payment processor may set cookies to facilitate secure transactions and prevent fraud.

AI Service Providers

When you use our AI tools, the following providers may set cookies:

  • Google (Gemini): For AI content generation and image analysis
  • HuggingFace: For AI image generation
  • Stability AI: For image generation services
  • ElevenLabs: For text-to-speech services

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. We use session cookies for:

  • User authentication and login state
  • Shopping cart functionality (if applicable)
  • Form data preservation
  • Security and fraud prevention

Persistent Cookies

These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We use persistent cookies for:

  • Remember me functionality (up to 30 days)
  • User preferences (up to 1 year)
  • Analytics data (up to 2 years)
  • Performance monitoring (up to 1 year)

6. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Accept only first-party cookies
  • Delete cookies after each session
  • Set exceptions for specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Important Note

⚠️ Please note: If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our platform may not function properly. Essential cookies are required for basic functionality like logging in and using AI tools.

7. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

Local Storage

We use browser local storage to:

  • Cache frequently used data for faster loading
  • Store user preferences and settings
  • Save draft content temporarily
  • Improve application performance

Session Storage

We use session storage for temporary data that expires when you close your browser tab.

Web Beacons

We may use web beacons (small graphic images) in emails to track email opens and clicks.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide cookie control options as described in this policy.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Cookie Policy Summary

  • ✓ We use cookies to improve your experience and platform functionality
  • ✓ Essential cookies are required for basic features like login
  • ✓ You can control cookies through your browser settings
  • ✓ Third-party services may set their own cookies
  • ✓ Blocking cookies may affect platform functionality
  • ✓ We respect your privacy and provide control options

Quick Reference: Cookie Types

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Essential
Required for login and core features
⚙️
Functional
Remember preferences and settings
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Analytics
Track usage and improve platform
Performance
Monitor and optimize speed