Cookie Policy

We use cookies to enhance your experience, keep you signed in, and understand how you use AISpecies.

Effective Date: December 10, 2024

Last Updated: December 10, 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide insights into how visitors use the site.

We use both first-party cookies (set by AISpecies) and session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) to provide and improve our service.

We do NOT use third-party advertising cookies or sell your data to advertisers.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the platform to function. Cannot be disabled.

session_token

First-party

Authentication and session management

Duration: Session (deleted when you close browser)

csrf_token

First-party

Security protection against cross-site request forgery

Duration: Session

user_preferences

First-party

Store your UI preferences and settings

Duration: 1 year

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our platform. Can be disabled.

analytics_id

First-party

Track anonymous usage patterns and feature adoption

Duration: 2 years

page_views

First-party

Count page views and navigation patterns

Duration: 30 days

Functional Cookies

Enhance functionality and personalization. Can be disabled.

theme_preference

First-party

Remember your dark/light mode preference

Duration: 1 year

notification_settings

First-party

Store your notification preferences

Duration: 6 months

tour_completed

First-party

Remember if you've completed the onboarding tour

Duration: Persistent

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

On AISpecies Platform

You can manage your cookie preferences directly through our Cookie Consent Manager. Click the "Cookie Settings" button in the footer or use the button below:

Browser Settings

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

  • Block all cookies
  • Accept only first-party cookies
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Delete existing cookies

Note: Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from using AISpecies, as they're required for authentication and security.

Browser Instructions

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect the "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser setting. When DNT is enabled:

  • We disable analytics cookies automatically
  • We don't track your activity across different sessions
  • Essential cookies remain active for security and functionality

To enable DNT, check your browser's privacy settings.

Third-Party Services

AISpecies currently does NOT use third-party cookies from advertising networks or social media platforms. All cookies are first-party cookies set by our domain.

If we integrate third-party services in the future (e.g., analytics providers), we'll update this policy and notify you. You'll have the option to opt out of non-essential third-party cookies.

Mobile Apps & Similar Technologies

If we release mobile apps in the future, they may use similar technologies to cookies, such as:

  • Local Storage: Store data locally on your device
  • Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for analytics
  • Push Tokens: For sending notifications

These will be covered by this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy. You'll be able to manage preferences through the app settings.

Cookie Data Retention

Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for the specified duration (30 days to 2 years depending on the cookie)

Manual Deletion: You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings or our Cookie Consent Manager

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our cookie usage or legal requirements. We'll notify you of significant changes via:

  • Email notification
  • Banner on the platform
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this page

Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Questions About Cookies?

If you have questions about how we use cookies, please contact us:

Email: privacy@aispecies.com

Subject Line: Cookie Policy Question

Company: Okyke Technologies