Cookie Policy
Last updated: 19 April 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Klipptik ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar storage technologies (including localStorage, sessionStorage, and IndexedDB) when you access or use our website at klipptik.com, our web application, and our desktop application (collectively, the "Service").
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides further information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to provide information to the website operator, and to enhance the user experience.
localStorage and sessionStorage are web storage mechanisms that allow websites and applications to store data locally within your browser. Unlike cookies, this data is not automatically sent to the server with every request.
IndexedDB is a browser-based database used to store structured data locally on your device for application performance and offline functionality.
3. How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
We categorise the cookies and storage technologies used by the Service as follows:
3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential)
These storage items are essential for the operation of the Service. They enable core functionality and cannot be disabled without impairing the Service. No consent is required for these items under PECR Regulation 6.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Set By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
guest_id |
localStorage | Unique pseudonymous identifier for guest (non-authenticated) users. Used to associate your data with your session. | Persistent (until sign-up, sign-out, or 30-day inactivity purge) | Klipptik |
__clerk_db_jwt / __session |
Cookie | Authentication session tokens managed by Clerk. Used to maintain your signed-in state. | Session / as set by Clerk | Clerk |
__cf_bm |
Cookie | Cloudflare bot management. Used to distinguish legitimate users from automated traffic for security purposes. | 30 minutes | Cloudflare |
klipptik_consent |
localStorage | Records your cookie consent preferences (accepted, rejected, or specific choices). | Persistent | Klipptik |
| Instance state / layout preferences | localStorage | Stores your user interface preferences, including panel sizes, sort orders, sidebar state, and last-played position. | Persistent | Klipptik |
fileHandles |
IndexedDB | Stores file system access handles for local video files. Required for the File System Access API to maintain access to previously opened files. | Persistent | Klipptik |
| Dexie (IndexedDB) | IndexedDB | Local database cache for application data (clips, folders, video metadata). Used for performance and to enable faster page loads. | Persistent | Klipptik |
3.2 Analytics (Consent Required)
These technologies are used to collect information about how you use the Service in order to help us improve it. They are activated only with your explicit consent.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Set By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ph_* (PostHog cookies) |
Cookie | Product analytics — tracks usage events, session data, feature engagement, and error rates. Used to understand how the Service is used and to inform product improvements. | Variable (session to 1 year) | PostHog (EU Cloud) |
| PostHog localStorage items | localStorage | Stores PostHog session identifiers, feature flags, and consent state. | Persistent | PostHog (EU Cloud) |
PostHog analytics data is hosted in the European Union. No analytics data is transferred to the United States. Analytics tracking is not activated unless you have provided your explicit consent via the consent banner.
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
The Service incorporates third-party components that may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies. They are governed by the respective third party's privacy and cookie policies.
| Provider | Context | Cookies Set | Purpose | Further Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube / Google | YouTube embedded video player | Various (including VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, YSC, GPS, PREF, and others) |
Video playback functionality, advertising, analytics, fraud and abuse prevention. Certain data is collected on player load; additional data is collected upon video playback. | Google Privacy Policy |
| Stripe | Payment and checkout flow | Various (including __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid) |
Payment processing, fraud detection, and session management during the checkout process. Only set when you interact with payment-related features. | Stripe Privacy Policy / Stripe Cookie Policy |
We use YouTube's privacy-enhanced mode (youtube-nocookie.com) where technically feasible to reduce the number of third-party cookies set by the embedded player prior to video playback.
4. Your Choices and How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Consent Banner
When you first access the Service, you will be presented with a consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept analytics cookies — PostHog tracking will be activated.
- Reject analytics cookies — Only strictly necessary storage items will be used. No analytics data will be collected.
You may change your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie preferences option within the Service.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically configure your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
- Be notified when a cookie is set
Please note that blocking or deleting essential cookies may impair the functionality of the Service.
For instructions on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please refer to your browser's help documentation:
4.3 Clearing Local Storage
To clear localStorage and IndexedDB data, you may use your browser's developer tools or clear all site data for klipptik.com via your browser's settings. Please note that doing so will remove your guest identifier, preferences, and locally cached data.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Where changes are material, we will notify you by posting a notice on the Service or by updating the consent banner to request renewed consent where required.
The "Last updated" date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last revised.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
For further information about how we process your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.