Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 8, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and track your activity to provide a better user experience.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain until deleted or expire).

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
sessionUser authentication and session managementSession
csrf_tokenSecurity protection against cross-site request forgerySession
cookie_consentRemember your cookie preferences1 year

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. You can opt out via the cookie banner or browser settings.

ServicePurposeData Collected
Google Analytics 4Track pages visited, time on site, user behaviorPage views, session duration, traffic sources, device type

Google Analytics cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat (Duration: up to 2 years)

Preference Cookies (Optional)

These cookies remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.

  • Theme preference: Remember if you prefer light or dark mode
  • Language preference: Store your language selection
  • UI preferences: Remember display settings and layout choices

Your Choices and Control

Cookie Banner

When you first visit StartupTribunal, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept All: Allow all cookies (essential, analytics, and preferences)
  • Decline: Use only essential cookies (required for functionality)

Your choice is stored in the cookie_consent cookie and remembered for 1 year.

Browser Settings

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

⚠️ Note: Disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality and prevent you from using certain features.

Third-Party Opt-Out Links

Cookie Duration

  • Session cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain until deleted or expired (typically 1-2 years)

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

  • Google Analytics: Analytics and usage tracking
  • Stripe: Payment processing (if applicable)

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies:

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Check back periodically for updates.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:

🍪 Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies or adjusting your browser settings.

For more information on how we use your data, see our Privacy Policy.