Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 17, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate you, and analyze how you use the site.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies ExecuteKit uses, why we use them, and how you can control them.
2. Cookies We Use
ExecuteKit uses the following categories of cookies:
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.
Authentication (Clerk)
Keeps you logged in and manages your session
Cookies: __session, __clerk_db_jwt
Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes) or 30 days
Security
Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
Cookies: csrf_token
Duration: Session
Load Balancing
Routes your requests to the correct server
Cookies: vercel_lb
Duration: Session
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.
Preferences
Remembers your dashboard layout and settings
Cookies: user_prefs
Duration: 1 year
Language and Region
Stores your language and timezone preferences
Cookies: locale, timezone
Duration: 6 months
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Service so we can improve it.
Vercel Analytics
Tracks page views, performance, and user flows
Cookies: _vercel_analytics_id
Duration: 1 year
Usage Statistics
Anonymized data about feature usage and clicks
Cookies: _analytics_session
Duration: 30 days
2.4 Marketing Cookies (Future)
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If we add them in the future, we will:
- Update this policy with details
- Obtain your explicit consent before setting them
- Provide opt-out options
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use. These services have their own privacy and cookie policies:
4. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep you logged in: Remember your authentication status between visits
- Enhance security: Protect against malicious attacks and unauthorized access
- Remember preferences: Save your dashboard settings and UI customizations
- Improve performance: Route requests efficiently and reduce load times
- Analyze usage: Understand which features are used and how to improve them
- Fix bugs: Identify and resolve technical issues
- Comply with regulations: Meet legal requirements for security and data protection
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
5.2 What Happens When You Block Cookies
Important: Blocking Essential Cookies Will Prevent Login
If you block all cookies, you will not be able to:
- Log in to your account
- Access your dashboard
- View validation reports
- Submit intake forms
We recommend allowing essential cookies for authentication and security while blocking analytics/marketing cookies if desired.
5.3 Clearing Cookies
You can delete existing cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that clearing cookies will:
- Log you out of ExecuteKit
- Reset your preferences and settings
- Require you to log in again
6. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals but will update this policy if standards are established.
You can still control cookies through your browser settings as described above.
7. Mobile Devices
When accessing ExecuteKit from mobile devices, similar tracking technologies are used:
- Session storage for authentication
- Local storage for preferences
- Device identifiers for analytics
You can manage these through your mobile browser settings or device privacy settings.
8. Cookie Lifespan
Cookies have different lifespans:
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for authentication and security.
Persistent Cookies
Stay on your device for a set period (30 days to 1 year). Used for preferences and analytics.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:
- The updated policy will be posted on this page
- The "Effective Date" at the top will be updated
- Material changes will be communicated via email
We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Questions About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:
Email: contact@executekit.com
Website: https://executekit.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Question
11. Related Policies
For more information about how we handle your data:
- Privacy Policy - How we collect and use your personal information
- Terms of Service - Terms governing your use of ExecuteKit