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Learn how CrawlForge uses cookies to provide essential authentication, analytics, and functionality for our web scraping platform.

Last Updated: December 2025

What Are Cookies?

Understanding Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and understanding how you use our platform.

How CrawlForge Uses Cookies

CrawlForge ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate our web scraping MCP server platform at crawlforge.dev. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them.

How We Use Cookies

Essential Authentication

We use cookies to maintain your login session securely
Authentication JWT token (15-minute expiry) stored as httpOnly cookie
Refresh token (7-day expiry) enables automatic session renewal
httpOnly cookies prevent XSS attacks for enhanced security

Functional Preferences

Theme settings (light/dark mode) remembered across sessions
Dashboard layout choices and customizations
Personalized experience tailored to your preferences

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Name: auth_token
Duration: 15 minutes
Purpose: Stores your authentication JWT for secure access to your dashboard
Provider: CrawlForge (First-party)

Name: refresh_token
Duration: 7 days
Purpose: Enables automatic session renewal without requiring re-login
Provider: CrawlForge (First-party)

Name: session_id
Duration: Session (until browser closes)
Purpose: Maintains your session state across page navigations
Provider: CrawlForge (First-party)

Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization based on your preferences.

Name: theme_preference
Duration: 1 year
Purpose: Remembers your light/dark mode preference
Provider: CrawlForge (First-party)

Name: api_key_visibility
Duration: 30 days
Purpose: Remembers your dashboard display preferences
Provider: CrawlForge (First-party)

Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies to provide essential functionality:

Stripe

Required

Purpose: Payment processing and fraud prevention
Cookies: __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid

Website Privacy Policy

Vercel Analytics

Required

Purpose: Performance monitoring and web vitals tracking
Cookies: __v_*, __vercel_*

Website Privacy Policy

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to control how cookies are used on your device:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies only
Delete cookies when you close your browser
Clear existing cookies

Learn more about cookie controls in your browser:

Chrome Firefox Safari Edge

Important Notice

Blocking or deleting essential cookies (authentication, session management) will prevent you from logging in and using the CrawlForge dashboard. The platform requires these cookies to function securely.

Updates to This Policy

Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other operational needs. When we make significant changes, we will:

Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Notify you via email if you have an account with us
Display a prominent notice on our website

Stay Informed

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Information

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Contact Details

Email: simon@crawlforge.dev
Website: crawlforge.dev
Response Time: Within 48 business hours

Questions About Cookies?

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.

simon@crawlforge.dev

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