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Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 21, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit — for example, keeping you logged in between page loads or remembering your preferences.
AstroRank uses cookies to operate the platform, improve your experience, and understand how users engage with our product. This policy explains exactly which cookies we use and why.
2. Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
RequiredThese cookies are required for the AstroRank platform to function. Without them you cannot log in, run audits, or access your dashboard. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Maintains your login session across page loads. Session duration. |
| next-auth.csrf-token | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. Session duration. |
| __Secure-next-auth.* | Secure session cookies used when your browser requires HTTPS. Session duration. |
Functional Cookies
OptionalThese cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a better experience. Disabling them will not prevent you from using the platform but may require you to re-enter preferences on each visit.
| Cookie Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ar_onboarding_state | Remembers your progress through the onboarding flow. 24-hour duration. |
| ar_scan_preferences | Remembers your scan preferences (e.g., platform selection). 30-day duration. |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalWe use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with AstroRank and to identify areas for improvement. All data is aggregated and anonymized — no personal identifiers are stored.
| Cookie Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ar_analytics | Tracks aggregated usage patterns (pages visited, features used). 12-month duration. |
| ar_session_start | Records session start time for aggregate usage metrics. Session duration. |
Third-Party Cookies
OptionalThese cookies are set by third-party services we use. Stripe sets cookies to enable secure payment processing when you subscribe to a paid plan. We have no control over these cookies — please refer to Stripe's Cookie Policy for details.
| Cookie Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| __stripe_sid / __stripe_mid | Set by Stripe to enable secure payment processing and fraud prevention. 30-minute / 1-year duration. |
3. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from logging in to AstroRank.
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add new features or when regulations require changes. We will notify you of material updates via email or a notice in the platform.
5. Contact
AstroRank Privacy Team
Email: privacy@astorank.com
Shyfoo Technologies Ltd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates