Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how aimode.news uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit https://aimode.news. Read this alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They can be “persistent” (remaining until expiry or deletion) or “session” (deleted when you close your browser). We also use web beacons, local storage, and session storage.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for the Service to function. You cannot opt out of these.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Authenticated session | Session |
| next-auth.csrf-token | CSRF protection | Session |
| aimode_consent | Cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Collect information about how visitors use our Service. All data is aggregated and anonymized. These require your consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors (anonymized IP) | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | GA4 session state | 2 years |
| _gid | GA — 24-hour user distinction | 24 hours |
| _plausible_key | Plausible — privacy-friendly analytics | 1 year |
Google Analytics configuration: IP anonymization enabled, data sharing disabled, retention set to 14 months, not used for advertising.
2.3 Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization. Require consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| kbar-local-storage | Command palette preferences | Persistent |
| Giscus session | GitHub-authenticated comment session | Session |
3. Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics: Website analytics. Google’s Cookie Policy
- Giscus: Comment system. Giscus Privacy Policy
- Stripe: Payment processing (only during checkout). Stripe’s Cookie Policy
4. How to Manage and Withdraw Consent
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies. Change preferences at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.
4.2 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to view, block, and delete cookies. See instructions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
4.3 Opt-Out Links
Opt out of Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4.4 Effect of Withdrawing Consent
Withdrawing consent for analytics/functional cookies will not affect core content access. Certain features (theme persistence, comment sessions) may not function as intended.
5. Contact
Questions about cookies: privacy@aimode.news. See our Privacy Policy for more on how we handle your data.