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July 18, 2026
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# Cookie Policy for CrushReel
**Last Updated: October 26, 2025**
## 1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how CrushReel ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at crushreel.com (the "Platform"). This policy describes what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.
## 2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
### 2.1 Types of Cookies
- **Session Cookies**: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- **Persistent Cookies**: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- **First-Party Cookies**: Cookies set by the website you're visiting
- **Third-Party Cookies**: Cookies set by domains other than the one you're visiting
## 3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for various purposes to enhance your experience on our Platform:
### 3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as:
- Logging into your account
- Setting privacy preferences
- Filling in forms
- Remembering your language preference
**Essential cookies we use:**
- `session_id`: Maintains your login session
- `csrf_token`: Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery
- `cookie_consent`: Stores your cookie preferences
### 3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve our Platform's performance.
**Performance cookies we use:**
- `_ga`: Google Analytics - distinguishes users
- `_gid`: Google Analytics - distinguishes users
- `_gat`: Google Analytics - throttles request rate
- Analytics cookies to track:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation paths
- Error messages encountered
- Device and browser information
### 3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we've added to our pages.
**Functionality cookies we use:**
- Video player preferences (volume, quality, autoplay)
- Display preferences (theme, layout)
- Content recommendations based on viewing history
- Language and region settings
### 3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Platform by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.
**Advertising cookies we use:**
- `_fbp`: Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and remarketing
- `IDE`: Google DoubleClick - serves targeted advertisements
- `ads_prefs`: Stores advertising preferences
- Remarketing cookies for:
- Displaying relevant ads
- Limiting ad frequency
- Measuring ad campaign effectiveness
### 3.5 Social Media Cookies
These cookies enable you to share content on social media platforms. Social media companies may use these cookies to track your online activity.
**Social media cookies include:**
- Facebook plugins and sharing
- Twitter sharing and embeds
- Instagram integration
- TikTok embeds and interactions
## 4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on our behalf:
### 4.1 Analytics Services
- **Google Analytics**: Tracks and reports website traffic
- **Hotjar**: Analyzes user behavior and feedback
- **Mixpanel**: Product analytics and user engagement
### 4.2 Advertising Partners
- **Google Ads**: Delivers targeted advertising
- **Facebook Ads**: Social media advertising
- **AdRoll**: Retargeting and brand awareness
### 4.3 Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
- **Cloudflare**: Security and performance optimization
- **Amazon CloudFront**: Content delivery
### 4.4 Video Services
- **YouTube**: Embedded video player
- **Vimeo**: Video hosting and playback
## 5. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
### 5.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in emails or web pages to track page views and email opens.
### 5.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage to store preferences and cache content for better performance.
### 5.3 Session Storage
Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser.
### 5.4 Mobile SDKs
Software development kits in our mobile apps that collect usage information.
## 6. Your Cookie Choices and Control
You have several options to manage cookies:
### 6.1 Cookie Consent Manager
When you first visit our Platform, you'll see a cookie banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
### 6.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
**How to manage cookies in common browsers:**
- **Chrome**: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- **Firefox**: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- **Safari**: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- **Edge**: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
### 6.3 Opt-Out of Interest-Based Advertising
You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:
- **Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)**: http://optout.aboutads.info/
- **Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)**: http://optout.networkadvertising.org/
- **European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)**: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- **Google Ads Settings**: https://adssettings.google.com/
### 6.4 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Our Platform does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry standard for how to interpret these signals.
### 6.5 Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can manage tracking through your device settings:
- **iOS**: Settings > Privacy > Tracking
- **Android**: Settings > Google > Ads
## 7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies:
- You may not be able to log in or use certain features
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Some pages may not display properly
- You may see less relevant content and advertisements
- Video playback may not work correctly
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Platform to function.
## 8. Cookie Lifespan
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- **Session cookies**: Deleted when you close your browser
- **Short-term cookies**: 24 hours to 30 days
- **Long-term cookies**: 1 month to 2 years
We periodically review and update cookie lifespans to ensure they're appropriate for their purpose.
## 9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or our use of cookies. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our Platform or updating the "Last Updated" date.
## 10. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.
## 11. International Data Transfers
Cookies may involve the transfer of information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.
## 12. Detailed Cookie Table
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies used on our Platform:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|-------------|------|---------|----------|----------|
| session_id | Essential | Maintains login session | Session | CrushReel |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security protection | Session | CrushReel |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores cookie preferences | 1 year | CrushReel |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user ID | 2 years | Google |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session | 24 hours | Google |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics throttling | 1 minute | Google |
| _fbp | Advertising | Facebook Pixel tracking | 3 months | Facebook |
| IDE | Advertising | DoubleClick ad targeting | 1 year | Google |
| fr | Advertising | Facebook advertising | 3 months | Facebook |
| theme_preference | Functionality | UI theme setting | 1 year | CrushReel |
| language | Functionality | Language preference | 1 year | CrushReel |
| video_quality | Functionality | Video playback quality | 6 months | CrushReel |
## 13. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
**Email:** [email protected]
**Address:** [Your Company Address]
**Website:** https://crushreel.com/contact
You can also use our Cookie Settings tool to manage your preferences or submit a data subject request regarding your information.
## 14. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and privacy, visit:
- **All About Cookies**: http://www.allaboutcookies.org/
- **ICO Cookie Guidance**: https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guidance-index/cookies/
- **Your Online Choices**: http://www.youronlinechoices.com/
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