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Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 21, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites function, improve performance, and provide information to site owners. We also use similar technologies such as browser local storage and session storage for the same purposes.

This policy explains what cookies and similar technologies we use on standinlabs.com, why we use them, and how you can control them.

Categories of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website and platform to function. They cannot be switched off. Without them, services like authentication and payment processing would not work.

Cookie / KeyProviderPurposeDuration
__sessionClerkMaintains your authenticated sessionSession
__client_uatClerkTracks client-side authentication stateSession
__stripe_midStripeFraud prevention and payment security1 year
__stripe_sidStripeFraud prevention during checkout session30 minutes

2. Functional Cookies & Local Storage

These help us remember your preferences and provide a better experience. They are stored in your browser's local storage rather than as traditional cookies.

KeyProviderPurposeDuration
cookie_consentStandIn LabsRemembers your cookie consent preference1 year
sidebar_stateStandIn LabsRemembers whether the sidebar is collapsedPersistent
refStandIn LabsStores affiliate referral code from URL30 days
ph_* (localStorage)PostHogSession recording and product analytics — tracks pages visited, clicks, and feature usage to help us improve the platform. Only active after you accept cookies.Persistent

3. Analytics & Marketing Cookies

These cookies and local storage entries are set by our analytics and advertising partners (Google, Meta, TikTok, and PostHog) when you visit our website. They are used to measure traffic, ad effectiveness, and session behaviour, and to show you relevant advertisements on those platforms. These are only activated with your consent.

CookieProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users for traffic analysis2 years
_ga_*Google AnalyticsPersists session state for GA42 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes users within a 24-hour window24 hours
_fbpMeta (Facebook)Identifies browsers for ad delivery and conversion tracking90 days
_fbcMeta (Facebook)Stores click attribution data from Facebook ads90 days
tt_webid_v2TikTokIdentifies browsers for ad delivery and conversion tracking1 year
tt_pixel_session_indexTikTokTracks ad click sessions for attributionSession

You can learn more about how each provider uses data at: policies.google.com/privacy, facebook.com/privacy/policy, tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy, and posthog.com/privacy.

What We Do Not Do

  • We do not sell cookie data or browsing profiles to third parties.
  • We do not use cookies to track you across unrelated websites beyond standard ad attribution.
  • We do not use cookies to fingerprint your device or create persistent cross-site identifiers beyond what is listed above.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit standinlabs.com, you will see a cookie banner that lets you accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clicking the Cookie Preferences link in the footer of any page, which will reset your consent and show the banner again.

You can also manage cookies directly 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 → Cookies and site data

Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in to the platform.

Opt Out of Ad Tracking

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from Meta and TikTok through their respective platforms:

  • Meta: facebook.com/ads/preferences or your Facebook/Instagram account Ad Settings
  • TikTok: Profile → Settings → Privacy → Ads personalization

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as we add new features or third-party services. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. We will notify you of material changes via an in-app notification or the cookie banner.

Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, email us at support@standinlabs.com.