Cookie Policy

Transparent Cookie Usage

We use a minimal number of cookies to ensure our platform works correctly and to improve your experience. Here's exactly what we use and why.

Last updated: May 1, 2026 · Effective: May 1, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how you interact with the platform.

Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags. When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we include all similar tracking technologies.

Essential Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function. They enable core functionality such as security, account authentication, and session management. Without these cookies, the Service cannot operate.

CookiePurposeDuration
dv_sessionSession management and authenticationSession
dv_csrfCross-site request forgery protectionSession
dv_consentStores your cookie consent preferences1 year
dv_localeLanguage and region preferences1 year

Analytics Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the user experience and identify performance issues.

CookiePurposeDuration
dv_analytics_idAnonymous visitor identification for usage patterns1 year
dv_page_viewsTracks page navigation within a sessionSession
dv_feature_usageRecords which features are most used30 days

Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your dashboard layout preferences, theme settings, and recent document views. The platform will still work without them, but with reduced personalization.

CookiePurposeDuration
dv_themeYour preferred color theme (dark/light)1 year
dv_dashboardDashboard widget layout preferences6 months
dv_recentRecently accessed documents for quick navigation30 days

Marketing Cookies

Optional

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. We only use marketing cookies with your explicit consent and they are never used to serve ads within the platform itself.

CookiePurposeDuration
dv_utm_sourceTracks which marketing channel brought you to us90 days
dv_referralReferral source attribution90 days
✦ Your Control

Managing Your Preferences

01

Cookie Banner

When you first visit ScribeArc, a cookie consent banner lets you choose which categories to accept or reject.

02

Settings Panel

Access cookie preferences anytime via Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences in your account dashboard.

03

Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their privacy settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may break platform functionality.

04

Opt-Out Links

For third-party analytics tools, we provide direct opt-out links in our Cookie Preferences panel.

Cookie Questions?

For questions about our cookie practices, reach out at support@scribearc.com

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