Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
This policy explains what cookies and similar technologies Profresso uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. We aim to use only what is strictly necessary to run the platform.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They are widely used to make websites work properly, remember your preferences, and provide analytics information. Profresso also uses similar technologies such as local storage for session management.
2. Cookies We Use
Profresso uses essential cookies for authentication and platform functionality, and analytics cookies (via PostHog) to understand how the platform is used. We do not use preference or marketing cookies.
These cookies and local storage items are required for the platform to function. They cannot be disabled without breaking core features.
| Cookie / Storage | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| __clerk_* | Clerk | Authentication session and CSRF protection |
| __session | Profresso | Maintains your login state across pages |
| convex_auth | Convex | Authorises real-time database connections |
| CookieConsent | Cookiebot | Stores your cookie consent state |
| profresso:dismissed-announcements | Profresso (localStorage) | Remembers which announcements you have closed |
| chat-sidebar-collapsed | Profresso (localStorage) | Remembers chat sidebar state |
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the platform so we can improve features and fix issues. They are only set after you give consent via the cookie banner.
| Cookie / Storage | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| ph_phc_*_posthog | PostHog | Unique anonymous user identifier for analytics | 1 year |
| ph_phc_*_window_id | PostHog (sessionStorage) | Identifies the current browser tab for session tracking | Session |
| ph_phc_*_session_id | PostHog (sessionStorage) | Groups page views into a single session | Session |
3. Cookies We Do Not Use
Profresso does not use:
- Advertising or targeting cookies
- Marketing or retargeting pixels (Facebook, Google Ads, etc.)
- Cross-site tracking technologies
- Fingerprinting scripts
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit Profresso, a cookie consent banner (powered by Cookiebot) informs you about the cookies we use. Essential cookies do not require consent as they are necessary for the platform to function. Analytics cookies (PostHog) are only activated after you give consent via the cookie banner. You can change your preferences at any time using the link below.
5. Managing Cookies
Browser settings — you can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in to Profresso.
6. Cookie Declaration
The full, auto-generated list of cookies used on this site is maintained by Cookiebot:
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add or remove technologies. The “last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
8. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Email support@profresso.com.