Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 3, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Symposium AI uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our web application at app.symposiumai.app. This policy applies only to our web application; our mobile apps (iOS and Android) do not use cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience. We also use localStorage, a similar browser technology that stores data locally on your device.
Essential Cookies & Storage
These are required for the web application to function and cannot be disabled:
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Firebase Auth | Keeps you logged in securely | Session / Persistent |
| symposium-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| symposium-sync-settings | Stores your cloud sync preferences | Persistent |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
With your consent, we use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use our web application. This helps us improve the service.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
Analytics data is anonymized and used to track: page views, feature usage, session duration, and help system interactions.
Functional Storage (Optional)
With your consent, we store additional preferences to enhance your experience:
- Chat and debate history (stored locally unless you enable cloud sync)
- UI preferences and settings
- Recently used AI configurations
Third-Party Cookies
Some features may set cookies from third-party services:
- Google reCAPTCHA: Used for bot protection during authentication. See Google's Privacy Policy
- Stripe: Used for payment processing (if you subscribe). See Stripe's Privacy Policy
Managing Your Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Cookie Banner: When you first visit, you'll see a banner to accept or customize cookies.
- Manage Cookies Link: Click "Manage Cookies" in the footer to update your preferences.
- Browser Settings: You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent the app from working properly.
- Do Not Track: We respect the "Do Not Track" browser setting for analytics.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@braveheartinnovations.com
This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy.