Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 2, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CreateShorts ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.createshorts.io and use our application at app.createshorts.io.

By using our services, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important reasons:

  • To keep you signed in to your account
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To understand how you use our platform and improve your experience
  • To analyze traffic and measure the effectiveness of our services
  • To provide personalized content and recommendations
  • To detect and prevent fraud and security issues
  • To deliver relevant advertising (with your consent)

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and account access.

These cookies do not collect information for marketing purposes.

Examples:

  • Session authentication cookies
  • Security and CSRF protection tokens
  • Load balancing cookies
  • Cookie consent preferences

Cookie Name: sb-auth-token

Purpose: User authentication via Supabase

Duration: Session / 7 days

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. This helps us improve our platform's performance and user experience.

Used for:

  • Analyzing website traffic and user behavior
  • Identifying technical issues and errors
  • Measuring feature adoption and engagement
  • A/B testing and optimization

Service: Google Analytics 4

Cookie Names: _ga, _ga_*, _gid

Duration: Up to 2 years

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4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your choices (such as language preferences, theme settings, and dashboard configurations) to provide a more personalized experience.

Examples:

  • User interface preferences (dark mode, language)
  • Video player settings and quality preferences
  • Dashboard layout and filter settings
  • Notification preferences

4.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see an ad.

⚠️ These cookies require your explicit consent

Third-party services:

Google Ads

Purpose: Advertising and remarketing

Cookie Names: _gcl_*, IDE, test_cookie

Meta Pixel (Facebook)

Purpose: Social media advertising

Cookie Names: _fbp, fr

TikTok Pixel

Purpose: TikTok advertising and analytics

Cookie Names: _ttp, _tt_enable_cookie

5. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party service providers who may also set cookies on your device. These partners help us deliver and improve our services:

Stripe

Purpose: Secure payment processing

Cookies: __stripe_sid, __stripe_mid

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Supabase

Purpose: Authentication and database services

Cookies: sb-auth-token, sb-refresh-token

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Vercel Analytics

Purpose: Performance monitoring and analytics

Cookies: __vercel_live_token

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6. Cookie Duration

Cookie Type Duration
Session Cookies Until browser is closed
Authentication Cookies 7 days to 1 year
Analytics Cookies 13-26 months
Advertising Cookies 3-12 months

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit CreateShorts, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences by category

7.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Important: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of CreateShorts and limit your ability to use some features. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. CreateShorts does not respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

9. Mobile Devices

If you access CreateShorts through a mobile device, you can manage cookies through your mobile browser settings or device settings. You may also control advertising identifiers:

  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. The updated policy will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

More Information: For details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.