Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 27, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, making it easier to use the site and providing a better user experience.
SECrawl uses cookies and similar storage technologies (like localStorage) to provide and improve our Service.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in and secure your session
- Functionality: To remember your preferences and settings
- Performance: To understand how you use our Service and improve it
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
secrawl_token | Essential | Stores your authentication token to keep you logged in | 7 days (or until logout) |
secrawl_notice | Functional | Stores temporary notifications and session messages | Session |
secrawl_token_expired | Essential | Tracks session expiration status | Session |
cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They include authentication tokens and security features. Without these cookies, you cannot use the core features of SECrawl.
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences (e.g., notification settings, recent searches). You can disable these cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Currently Not Used: SECrawl does not currently use analytics or tracking cookies. If we implement analytics in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent where required.
3.4 Marketing Cookies
Not Used: We do not use marketing or advertising cookies.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Paddle (Payment Processor): Sets cookies during checkout to process payments securely
- Google OAuth: Sets cookies when you connect Google Analytics or Search Console
These third parties have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them:
- Paddle Privacy Policy: https://www.paddle.com/legal/privacy
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5. localStorage vs. Cookies
SECrawl primarily uses browser localStorage rather than traditional HTTP cookies. LocalStorage provides similar functionality but:
- Data is stored only on your device (not sent with every HTTP request)
- Data persists until you clear browser data or log out
- More secure for storing authentication tokens
- Subject to the same consent requirements as cookies under GDPR
For simplicity, we refer to both cookies and localStorage collectively as "cookies" in this policy.
6. Managing Cookies
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit SECrawl, we will show you a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies (essential and functional)
- Essential Only: Only allow essential cookies required for the Service to function
- Manage Preferences: Choose specific cookie categories
6.2 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies (may break website functionality)
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
Browser-specific instructions:
- Chrome: Cookie settings
- Firefox: Cookie settings
- Safari: Cookie settings
- Edge: Cookie settings
6.3 Changing Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer of this website.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. SECrawl does not currently respond to DNT browser signals.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the Service. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:
- Email: [email protected]
- Support: [email protected]
See also: Terms of Service | Privacy Policy