Cookie Policy

Updated: 2026-07-29 · Consent version: 2026-07-29.1

This policy lists the cookies and similar technologies (localStorage, sessionStorage, pixels) we use, for what purpose, for how long, and by which provider. Non-essential categories activate only with your consent — you can change your choice anytime.

Essential

Keeping you signed in, security (CSRF), remembering your language and theme, storing your consent, and basic abuse prevention.

NameProviderPurposeExpirationType
next-auth.session-tokenCVPLEX (first-party)Maintains your signed-in session.30 daysHTTP cookie
next-auth.csrf-tokenCVPLEX (first-party)CSRF protection on authentication forms.SessionHTTP cookie
cv_consentCVPLEX (first-party)Stores your cookie consent and its version. Without it we'd re-ask on every load.12 monthsHTTP cookie
cv_lang / cv_theme / cv_landing_accentCVPLEX (first-party)Remembers your chosen language, light/dark mode and accent colour.12 months / local storagelocalStorage
cv_local_draftCVPLEX (first-party)Temporary draft of your logged-out editing, kept in your browser (never leaves your device).SessionsessionStorage

Functional

Extra convenience features (e.g. embedded help/chat, remembering prior choices). Core features still work without these.

NameProviderPurposeExpirationType
intercom-* (Intercom)IntercomRemembering embedded support chat state (if enabled).9 monthsHTTP cookie

Analytics

Aggregated, statistical measurement (traffic, which features are popular, where users get stuck) to improve the service. Data is handled as un-identifiably as possible.

NameProviderPurposeExpirationType
_ga / _ga_*Google (Google Analytics 4)Anonymous visitor statistics and usage measurement.2 yearsHTTP cookie
_clck / _clskMicrosoft (Clarity)Aggregated usage patterns, heatmaps and session replay to improve UX.1 yearHTTP cookie
_hjSession* (Hotjar)HotjarBehaviour and feedback measurement (if enabled).30 min – 1 yearHTTP cookie

Marketing

Measuring ad campaign performance (conversion tracking) and showing more relevant ads on platforms such as Google Ads or Meta. You can use the service without this.

NameProviderPurposeExpirationType
_gcl_au / Google AdsGoogle (Google Ads)Ad conversion measurement and remarketing.90 daysHTTP cookie
_fbp (Meta Pixel)Meta PlatformsConversion measurement and ad targeting on Facebook/Instagram.90 daysHTTP cookie

Personalization

Tailoring the interface, tips and recommendations based on your prior activity (e.g. relevant templates, suggestions). Without it you see generic content.

NameProviderPurposeExpirationType
cv_personalizationCVPLEX (first-party)Personalising content and recommendations based on your prior activity.6 monthslocalStorage

Third-party providers' cookies (e.g. Google, Meta, Microsoft, Hotjar, Intercom) are only set if you enabled the relevant category and the provider is actively connected. Google tools are governed by Google Consent Mode v2.