What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on a user's device when they visit a website. They are commonly used to remember user preferences, track sessions, and analyze website traffic.

There are different types of cookies:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when the browser is closed
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on the device for a set period or until manually deleted
  • First-party cookies: Set by the website the user is visiting
  • Third-party cookies: Set by external services (advertising, analytics, etc.)

Our Cookie-Free Approach

AnalyticsX does not use cookies to track website visitors. This is a core part of our privacy-first philosophy and what sets us apart from traditional analytics platforms.

Instead of cookies, we use:

  • Session-based counting without persistent identifiers
  • Anonymous, aggregated data collection
  • IP address anonymization (last octet removed)
  • No cross-site tracking or fingerprinting
  • No local storage or device identifiers
🍪 No Cookie Banner Required
Because AnalyticsX doesn't use cookies or collect personally identifiable information from visitors, websites using our service typically do not need to display a cookie consent banner. This simplifies compliance with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and similar regulations.

What Data We Collect

From Website Visitors (Anonymous)

When someone visits a website using AnalyticsX, we collect:

  • Page URL and referrer source
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Country and city (derived from anonymized IP)
  • Session duration and pages viewed
  • No cookies, no personal data, no persistent identifiers
From Account Users (Authenticated)

When you create a AnalyticsX account, we use session cookies for:

  • Maintaining your logged-in session
  • Security and authentication
  • Preference storage (theme, dashboard settings)
  • These cookies are first-party, session-based, and essential for service functionality

Session Cookies for Dashboard Users

If you log in to your AnalyticsX dashboard, we use essential session cookies to maintain your authentication. These cookies:

  • Are first-party cookies (set by our domain only)
  • Expire when you log out or close your browser
  • Contain only session identifiers, no personal data
  • Are secured with HttpOnly and SameSite flags
  • Are transmitted over HTTPS only

🔒 Cookie Security
All session cookies are encrypted, secured with industry-standard practices, and automatically expire after periods of inactivity for your protection.

Third-Party Services

AnalyticsX may use the following third-party services that could set their own cookies:

  • Payment processors: For handling subscription payments (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
  • Email services: For sending transactional emails
  • Hosting infrastructure: For CDN and security services
  • These services operate under their own privacy policies and cookie practices
We Do NOT Use:
  • Google Analytics or similar third-party tracking cookies
  • Advertising or retargeting pixels
  • Social media tracking scripts
  • Cross-site tracking technologies

GDPR & ePrivacy Compliance

AnalyticsX is designed to help website owners comply with European privacy regulations:

  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): No personal data collected from visitors
  • ePrivacy Directive: No cookies means no cookie consent required for analytics
  • CCPA/CPRA: No sale or sharing of personal information
  • PECR (UK): Compliant with UK privacy and electronic communications regulations
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
While AnalyticsX is designed for privacy compliance, regulations vary by jurisdiction. We recommend consulting with a legal professional to ensure your specific use case complies with all applicable laws in your region.

Managing Cookies

For Dashboard Users

If you want to manage or delete cookies from your AnalyticsX dashboard session:

  • Log out from your account (session cookies will be deleted)
  • Clear your browser's cookies and site data
  • Use private/incognito browsing mode
  • Adjust your browser's cookie settings
For Website Visitors

Since AnalyticsX doesn't set cookies on tracked websites, visitors don't need to take any action. However, you can manage cookies from other services through:

  • Your browser's privacy and security settings
  • Browser extensions for cookie management
  • Operating system-level privacy controls

Browser Cookie Settings

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
  • Opera: Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do:

  • We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
  • Significant changes will be communicated via email to account holders
  • The updated policy will be posted on this page

We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please don't hesitate to contact us:

📧 Privacy Questions

For questions about cookies, tracking, or privacy compliance, reach out to our privacy team.

✉️ info@analyticsx.top