Cookie Policy
Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your brAIstorm experience.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred settings and login status, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
This Cookie Policy explains how brAIstorm ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication and login status
- Security tokens and CSRF protection
- Session management
- Load balancing and performance optimization
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
- User preferences and settings
- Language and region settings
- Theme and display preferences
- Recent mind maps and workspace state
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Page views and user journey tracking
- Feature usage analytics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| brainstorm_session | Maintains user session | Session | Essential |
| brainstorm_auth | Authentication token | 30 days | Essential |
| brainstorm_prefs | User preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| brainstorm_theme | Theme selection | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga | Google Analytics | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Analytics |
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These services include:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand how users interact with our website through anonymized usage statistics.
Stripe (Payment Processing)
Used for secure payment processing and fraud detection for premium subscriptions.
Cloudflare
Provides security, performance optimization, and DDoS protection for our website.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Get notifications when cookies are set
Our Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences directly in your brAIstorm account settings:
- Essential cookies (always enabled)
- Functional cookies (can be disabled)
- Analytics cookies (can be disabled)
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:
- You may need to log in more frequently
- Your preferences and settings may not be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- We may not be able to provide personalized experiences
Updates to This 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 updated policy on our website.
Last Updated: 6/10/2025