Cookie Policy
Version 1.0 | Effective Date: January 7, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners.
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage and session storage) to operate SceneSmith effectively and improve your experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| better-auth.session_token | Maintains your login session and authentication state | Session / 7 days |
| __csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide enhanced, personalized features:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| sidebar_state | Remembers sidebar collapsed/expanded state | 1 year |
| locale | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform, allowing us to improve our services:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| We do not currently use third-party analytics cookies. We rely on server-side analytics and Cloudflare Web Analytics (which is cookieless and privacy-preserving). This section will be updated if we introduce analytics cookies in the future. | ||
Note: If analytics cookies are introduced in the future, they will only be set with your explicit consent.
2.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad campaign performance:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| We do not currently use marketing cookies. This section will be updated if we introduce advertising features. | ||
3. Local Storage and Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser storage APIs for certain functionality:
Local Storage
| Key | Purpose |
|---|---|
| cookie_preferences | Stores your cookie consent choices |
| offline_queue | Stores pending actions when offline (PWA feature) |
| draft_* | Temporarily stores unsaved work |
Session Storage
| Key | Purpose |
|---|---|
| redirect_after_login | Remembers where to redirect after authentication |
| generation_state | Tracks current generation progress within a session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some features of the Platform may set cookies from third-party services:
4.1 Authentication Providers
If you sign in with Google, Google may set cookies according to their own cookie policy.
4.2 Payment Processing
Stripe (our payment processor) may set cookies for fraud prevention and payment processing. See Stripe's Privacy Policy.
4.3 Content Delivery
Our CDN and hosting providers may set technical cookies for load balancing and security.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit SceneSmith, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Enable all cookie categories
- Reject Non-Essential: Only allow essential cookies
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories
5.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page
- Visiting your account settings (if logged in)
- Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site
5.3 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from being set
- Set preferences for specific websites
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning properly. You may not be able to log in or use certain features.
5.4 Browser-Specific Instructions
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. There is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
Currently, SceneSmith does not respond differently to DNT signals. However, you can manage your privacy preferences using our cookie consent tools and browser settings as described above.
7. Cookie Retention
Cookies are retained for the following periods:
| Cookie Category | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted when you close your browser |
| Authentication cookies | Up to 7 days (or until logout) |
| Preference cookies | 1 year |
| Analytics cookies | Up to 2 years |
| Consent cookie | 1 year |
8. GDPR and Cookie Compliance
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and other jurisdictions with similar laws:
- We obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies
- You can withdraw consent at any time through our cookie settings
- Essential cookies are set under legitimate interest (necessary for the service)
- We provide clear information about each cookie's purpose
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
If we make material changes to how we use cookies, we will notify you through the Platform and request your consent again where required.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies:
- Email: privacy@scenesmith.ai
- Privacy Policy: View our Privacy Policy