Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, improve user experience, and perform essential security and analytics functions.

Other similar technologies used on our Services include:

• Web beacons / pixels
• Local storage
• Session storage
• SDKs (for mobile)

These technologies function in ways similar to cookies and are collectively referred to in this policy as "cookies."

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We classify cookies in the following categories:

3. Cookies Set by Third Parties

Some cookies on our website may be placed by trusted third-party providers to support analytics, payment processing, hosting, and security features. These providers may include:

• Google Analytics
• Stripe (for payments)
• Cloudflare (for performance and security)
• Vimeo/YouTube (for embedded videos if used)

These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they use cookies.

4. How Long Cookies Remain on Your Device

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: Remain stored until they expire or are deleted by you.

Expiration periods vary depending on purpose and service provider.

5. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Authenticate users and secure accounts
• Maintain your life history drafts, uploads, and editing sessions
• Improve website navigation and functionality
• Understand how the site is used and diagnose technical issues
• Enhance user experience through personalization
• Support marketing campaigns for LifeHistoryApp.com (with consent)

6. Your Choices and Cookie Management

You have several options for controlling cookies:

A. Cookie Preference Tool

If available on our site, you may adjust your cookie settings at any time by visiting the Cookie Settings link in the footer.

B. Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to:

• Block cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set notifications when cookies are being used

C. Opt-Out Mechanisms

You may opt out of certain third-party analytics or marketing cookies:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
• Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info

Opt-outs are device and browser specific.

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

Our Services do not currently respond to browser-initiated "Do Not Track" signals because there is no industry standard governing their use. We will update this policy if such a standard emerges.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When we make material updates, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of the policy and, where appropriate, provide notice on the website.