Legal
Last updated: 25 June 2026
This policy explains what cookies Cognatic uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. It applies to all pages on cognatic.com and the Cognatic platform.
We operate under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Under PECR, we must obtain your consent before setting any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the service to work.
You can update your preferences at any time by clicking .
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work, to remember your preferences, and to gather information about how a site is used. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (“session cookies”); others remain on your device until they expire or you delete them (“persistent cookies”).
These cookies are essential for the platform to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sb-[project-ref]-auth-token | Cognatic (Supabase) | Maintains your authenticated session so you stay logged in. | Up to 7 days (refreshed on activity) | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Cognatic | Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined) in localStorage so we don't ask again. | Until you clear your browser data | First-party |
These cookies help us understand how you use the platform so we can improve it. They are only set after you give consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ph_[token]_posthog | PostHog | Identifies your browser session for product analytics. Helps us understand feature usage and diagnose issues. | 12 months | First-party |
| __ph_opt_in_out_[token] | PostHog | Records your analytics opt-in or opt-out preference. | 12 months | First-party |
These cookies are set by our payment processor (Stripe) when you make or manage a payment. They are required for secure transaction processing.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention — helps Stripe detect suspicious payment activity. | 12 months | Third-party |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Maintains your active payment session during checkout. | 30 minutes | Third-party |
Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, or if you have any questions about this policy, contact us at privacy@cognatic.com. You can also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date above. If we add new non-essential cookies, we will ask for your consent again.