Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and understanding how you use our service.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| authjs.session-token | User authentication session | 30 days |
| authjs.csrf-token | Security (CSRF protection) | Session |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Language preference | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Remember your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve our service.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguish users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguish users | 24 hours |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| sidebar_collapsed | UI layout preference | 1 year |
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options to control cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you can choose which cookie categories to accept using the consent banner. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie icon in the footer.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Opt-Out Tools
Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics (Privacy Policy)
- Stripe: Payment processing (Privacy Policy)
- Creem: Payment processing (Privacy Policy)
5. Legal Basis for Cookies
- Essential cookies: Processed based on our legitimate interest to provide the service
- Analytics & preference cookies: Processed based on your consent (ePrivacy Directive / GDPR)
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date below.
For questions about our cookie practices, contact: privacy@taoapex.com
See also our legal.cookies.footer.privacy
Last updated: November 30, 2025