Cookie Policy
How VULK uses cookies and similar technologies.
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how VULK uses cookies and similar technologies when you use our platform.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for VULK to function. You cannot opt out of these.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
__session | User authentication | Session |
__csrf | Security (prevent CSRF attacks) | Session |
next-auth.session-token | NextAuth session | 30 days |
next-auth.csrf-token | NextAuth security | Session |
next-auth.callback-url | OAuth redirect handling | Session |
Functional Cookies (Required)
These cookies enable features that enhance your experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme | Remember dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
sidebar-collapsed | Remember sidebar state | 1 year |
editor-settings | Code editor preferences | 1 year |
What We Don't Use
VULK does not use:
- Advertising cookies - We don't show ads
- Tracking cookies - We don't track you across sites
- Third-party marketing cookies - We don't share data with advertisers
- Social media tracking pixels - We don't embed tracking pixels
Third-Party Cookies
Our third-party providers may set their own cookies:
| Provider | Purpose | Their Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Payment processing | Stripe Privacy |
| Cloudflare | Security, performance | Cloudflare Privacy |
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for:
| Key | Purpose | Data Stored |
|---|---|---|
project-cache | Offline project access | Project files (local only) |
editor-state | Editor session recovery | Unsaved changes |
preferences | User preferences | UI settings |
Local storage data never leaves your device unless you explicitly sync.
Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Clearing Cookies
To clear VULK cookies:
- Open your browser's developer tools (F12)
- Go to Application → Storage
- Clear cookies for
vulk.dev
Note: Clearing essential cookies will log you out.
Do Not Track
VULK respects the Do Not Track (DNT) browser setting. When DNT is enabled, we:
- Don't collect unnecessary analytics
- Don't set non-essential cookies
- Minimize data collection to essential functions only
Cookie Consent
Since VULK only uses essential and functional cookies (no tracking or advertising), we don't require explicit cookie consent under GDPR. However, we provide this policy for transparency.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we change how we use cookies. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Questions?
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
- Support: support.vulk.dev
- Email: privacy@vulk.dev
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