Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 17, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
1stly uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
2.1 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
- Load balancing and server optimization
These cookies cannot be disabled.
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Storing your selected language or region
- Customizing the user interface
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Features used and actions taken
- Error messages encountered
- Traffic sources and user journeys
We may use services like Google Analytics for this purpose. Data is typically aggregated and anonymized.
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to:
- Build a profile of your interests
- Show you relevant ads on other websites
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
3. Third-Party Cookies
When you connect third-party services to 1stly (Google, Meta, TikTok), those services may set their own cookies subject to their respective cookie policies:
4. Cookie Management
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. The method varies by browser:
4.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through:
5. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session | User authentication | Session | Essential |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session | Essential |
| preferences | User preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics | 2 years / 24 hours | Analytics |
6. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Storing data in your browser for faster performance
- Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser
- Pixels/Beacons: Small images used to track page views and email opens
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
- Email: privacy@1stly.io
- Website: https://1stly.io