Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Photo Prompt uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Last Updated: November 18, 2025

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites:

• Remember your login status and preferences
• Understand how you use the service
• Provide personalized features
• Improve performance and security

Cookies can be:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Purpose:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember authentication status
• Secure your account against unauthorized access
• Enable core functionality (uploading photos, generating prompts)
• Load balancing and performance optimization

Duration: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 30 days

Examples:

• session_token: Keeps you logged in
• csrf_token: Protects against security threats
• user_preferences: Stores your language and theme settings

2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use Photo Prompt.

Purpose:

• Track page views and navigation patterns
• Measure service performance and loading times
• Identify popular features and areas for improvement
• Analyze user behavior to enhance user experience

Duration: Up to 2 years

Third-Party Services:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website traffic and user interactions (anonymized)
• Vercel Analytics: Monitors website performance

Data Collected:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Click behavior
• Browser and device information
• Geographic location (country/city level, not precise location)

3. Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Purpose:

• Remember your language preference
• Save your theme choice (light/dark mode)
• Recall your last used AI model or output format
• Store recent conversion settings for convenience

Duration: Up to 1 year

4. Advertising/Marketing Cookies (Optional)

We may use advertising cookies to show relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness.

Purpose:

• Display targeted advertisements
• Track ad performance
• Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
• Measure conversion from marketing campaigns

Duration: Up to 1 year

Third-Party Services:

• Google Ads: For advertising campaigns
• Facebook Pixel: For social media advertising
• Twitter/X Pixel: For social media advertising

Cookies We Use - Detailed List

How to Manage Cookies

Browser Settings

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

View Cookies:

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

Block Cookies:

• You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies
• You can delete cookies already stored on your device

Important Note: If you block or delete essential cookies, some features of Photo Prompt may not work properly (e.g., you may need to log in repeatedly, settings won't be saved).

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit Photo Prompt, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject optional cookies (only essential cookies will be used)
• Customize your preferences to choose which types of cookies to allow

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.

Opt-Out of Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics:

• Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Google Ads:

• Visit Google Ads Settings

Facebook:

• Adjust your Facebook Ad Preferences

Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track signals. If your browser has DNT enabled, we will not use analytics or advertising cookies.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

Local Storage

• Stores data locally in your browser for faster access
• Used to cache conversion results and reduce server load
• Can be cleared through your browser settings

Session Storage

• Temporary storage that is deleted when you close your browser
• Used for form data and temporary user interactions

Web Beacons (Pixels)

• Small transparent images used to track email opens and clicks
• Used in our transactional and marketing emails

Impact on Your Privacy

Data Collected

Cookies may collect:

• Your IP address (anonymized for analytics)
• Device and browser information
• Usage patterns and preferences
• Page views and navigation

Data Security

• Cookie data is encrypted during transmission (HTTPS)
• We implement security measures to protect cookie data
• Third-party services are chosen based on their privacy and security standards

Data Sharing

• We do not sell cookie data to third parties
• Analytics and advertising partners may receive aggregated, anonymized data
• Third-party cookies are governed by the respective provider's privacy policy

Children's Privacy

Photo Prompt is for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect cookie data from children under 13. If you believe a child has accessed our service, please contact us.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Displaying a notification on the website

Your continued use of Photo Prompt after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

Contact Us

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

• Email: [Support Email - To be updated]
• Contact Page: Contact Form

Legal Compliance

This Cookie Policy complies with:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - European Union
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - California, USA
• ePrivacy Directive - European Union

We are committed to transparency and giving you control over your data.