Last updated: February 1, 2026
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how PostMonk uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our platform.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality such as authentication, session management, and security. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| sidebar_state | Remembers sidebar expanded/collapsed | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website and platform so we can improve the experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics — page views and usage patterns | Up to 2 years |
| _pk_id, _pk_ses | Self-hosted analytics — anonymous usage data | 13 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
- Stripe: For secure payment processing
- Intercom / Help widget: For customer support chat functionality
We do not allow third-party advertising cookies on PostMonk.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage cookies in the following ways:
- Cookie banner: When you first visit PostMonk, you can choose which categories of cookies to accept
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu
- Opt-out links: For Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent PostMonk from functioning correctly.
5. Do Not Track
PostMonk respects "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. When we detect a DNT signal, we disable non-essential analytics cookies for that session.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
7. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected].