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Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 15, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Clerke uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our platform. By using Clerke, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, maintain your session, and collect analytics data. We also use similar technologies like local storage and session tokens.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential / Session Cookies

These cookies are required for the platform to function. You cannot opt out of them while using Clerke.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
clerke_authAuthentication token — keeps you logged in securelySession / 30 days (if "remember me")
clerke_sessionMaintains your active session state across pagesBrowser session
partner_ctxStores resolved partner branding context for white-label portalsSession

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use Clerke so we can improve the platform. We use our own first-party analytics system (no third-party tracking scripts like Google Analytics).

Cookie / Storage KeyPurposeDuration
polsia_vidAnonymous visitor identifier for aggregate usage analytics. No personal data stored.2 years
utm_* parametersMarketing attribution tracking (UTM source, medium, campaign) — stored server-side, anonymizedSession

2.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences to improve your experience.

Cookie / Storage KeyPurposeDuration
ava_dismissedRemembers if you dismissed the Ava chat widget7 days
beta_banner_dismissedRemembers if you dismissed the beta promotion bannerSession

3. Third-Party Services

Some of our third-party service providers may set cookies when you interact with embedded features:

We do not use advertising cookies, behavioral tracking cookies, or third-party analytics platforms that sell your data.

4. How We Use Cookie Data

Cookie data is used to:

We do not sell cookie data. We do not use cookie data for targeted advertising.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using core Clerke features. Analytics and preference cookies can be cleared without affecting core functionality.

6. Do Not Track

We honor Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals for analytics purposes. When DNT is enabled, we do not record page view analytics for your session. Essential session cookies are still required for platform operation.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Material changes will be notified via email or platform notice. Continued use of Clerke after updates constitutes acceptance.

8. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at contact@tbgshoppe.com.