Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 11, 2023
This Cookie Policy explains how Refer & Earn ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform. This policy is part of our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Cookies help us enhance your experience on our platform by:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Keeping you signed in to your account
- Understanding how you use our platform
- Tracking and attributing referrals
- Improving our platform based on usage data
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our platform:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| auth_token | Keeps you logged in | 30 days |
2.2 Preference Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and settings on our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| theme | Remembers your theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
| sidebar_state | Remembers if sidebar is expanded or collapsed | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - Identifies browsers for ad targeting | 3 months |
| ads_prefs | Stores ad preferences | 1 year |
2.5 Referral Tracking Cookies
These cookies are specific to our platform and help us track referrals and attribute commissions correctly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ref_source | Tracks referral source | 30 days |
| ref_code | Stores referral code | 30 days |
| affiliate_id | Tracks affiliate ID for commission attribution | 30 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on.
These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Affiliate program platforms
4. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can:
- Delete cookies from your device
- Block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse all or some cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie
Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our platform, and some functionality may be affected.
To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie banner requesting your consent to set non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
You are advised to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: privacy@referandearn.com
Address: 123 Referral Street, Suite 456, San Francisco, CA 94105