Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how SpeakWith uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or use our platform. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| auth_token | Essential | Keeps you signed in to your account (JWT authentication token) | 7 days | SpeakWith |
| age_verified | Essential | Remembers that you have confirmed you are 18 or older | Persistent (localStorage) | SpeakWith |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Persistent (localStorage) | SpeakWith |
| theme | Functional | Remembers your selected theme and display preferences | Persistent (localStorage) | SpeakWith |
| language | Functional | Remembers your preferred language setting | Persistent (localStorage) | SpeakWith |
| __stripe_mid / __stripe_sid | Third-party (Payment) | Used by Stripe for payment fraud prevention and processing | 1 year / 30 minutes | Stripe, Inc. |
| cf_clearance | Third-party (Security) | Cloudflare Turnstile bot protection verification | 30 minutes | Cloudflare, Inc. |
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us recognize your browser, remember your preferences, and provide a better user experience. We also use localStorage, a similar browser storage mechanism, for certain preferences.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize our cookies into the following types: Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function and cannot be disabled. They include authentication tokens and consent records. Functional cookies remember your choices (such as language and theme) to provide a personalized experience. Third-party cookies are set by our trusted service providers (Stripe for payments, Cloudflare for security) and are subject to their respective privacy policies.
3. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time: Use the cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent core features from functioning. For localStorage items, you can clear them through your browser's developer tools or site settings.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Stripe (stripe.com): We use Stripe for payment processing. Stripe may set cookies for fraud detection and payment session management. See Stripe's Cookie Policy at stripe.com/cookie-settings. Cloudflare (cloudflare.com): We use Cloudflare Turnstile for bot protection. Cloudflare may set a clearance cookie after successful verification. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy at cloudflare.com/privacypolicy.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
Have questions? Contact our privacy team
See also our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service