Cookie Policy

Last updated: 8/29/2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This Cookie Policy explains how OrcaSubtitle uses cookies and similar technologies.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. Specifically, we use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Keep you signed in to your account
  • Analyze how our website is used
  • Improve our services and user experience
  • Provide security and prevent fraud
  • Display relevant content and advertisements

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

  • User authentication and session management
  • Security features and fraud prevention
  • Basic website functionality
  • Load balancing and performance optimization

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously:

  • Page views and user behavior patterns
  • Traffic sources and popular content
  • Performance metrics and error tracking
  • Conversion tracking for our services

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Language and region preferences
  • User interface customizations
  • Recently used tools and settings
  • Form data preservation

3.4 Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements:

  • Interest-based advertising
  • Ad performance measurement
  • Frequency capping
  • Cross-device tracking (with consent)

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:

Google Analytics

Used to analyze website traffic and user behavior.Google Privacy Policy

Stripe

Used for secure payment processing and fraud prevention.Stripe Privacy Policy

Google Ads

Used to display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.Google Ads Privacy Policy

NextAuth.js

Used for user authentication and session management.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They're used for essential functionality like maintaining your login session.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They're used to remember your preferences and provide a better user experience on return visits.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

For advertising cookies, you can opt out using these industry tools:

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:

  • You may need to log in more frequently
  • Some features may not work properly
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • The website may load more slowly
  • You may see less relevant content

8. Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. We may request your explicit consent for certain types of cookies through cookie banners or preference centers.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: support@orcasubtitle.com

Website: Contact form on our website

Response Time: We aim to respond within 5 business days