This Cookie Policy explains how Roast by AI uses cookies and similar technologies. We use a cookie consent banner to give you control over which cookies you accept.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
2. Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies on our website. When you first visit, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which categories of cookies you accept.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session management. Keeps you logged in as you navigate between pages. | Session |
| REMEMBERME | Remembers your login so you don't have to sign in every time. | 7 days |
| cc_cookie | Stores your cookie consent preferences. | 6 months |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They are only set if you accept analytics cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique visitors. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users for the current day. | 24 hours |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. They are only set if you accept marketing cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_* | Google Ads - tracks ad click information and conversions. | 90 days |
3. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for the following purposes:
| Key | Purpose |
|---|---|
| theme | Stores your dark/light mode preference for a consistent experience across visits. |
4. Google Tag Manager
We use Google Tag Manager to manage analytics and marketing tags on our website. Google Tag Manager itself does not collect personal data, but it enables other tags that may collect data as described above.
When you accept analytics cookies, Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages you visit and how long you spend on them
- How you arrived at our website
- Your general geographic location (country/city level)
- Technical information about your device and browser
This data helps us improve our website and understand our audience better.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Using Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all - Enable all cookie categories
- Reject all - Only allow essential cookies
- Manage preferences - Choose which categories to allow
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking .
Using Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
Please note that blocking or deleting our essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Service, such as staying logged in.
Browser-Specific Instructions
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Roast by AI
A product by Flatfish Software Solutions
The Netherlands
Email: hello@roastbyai.com