Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 14, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They are used to remember information about your visit, such as whether you are logged in.
2. Cookies We Use
Transcript Guru uses a minimal number of cookies, all of which are strictly necessary for the Service to function. We do not use advertising, analytics, or tracking cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
_tg_sid | Session authentication, keeps you logged in | 30 days | Strictly necessary |
sidebar:state | Remembers dashboard sidebar open/closed state | 7 days | Strictly necessary |
3. Cookie Attributes
Our session cookie is configured with the following security attributes:
- HttpOnly, cannot be accessed by JavaScript, preventing XSS attacks
- Secure, only sent over HTTPS in production
- SameSite=Lax, provides CSRF protection
- Path=/, scoped to the entire site
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics sets cookies to distinguish users and track page views. This data helps us improve the service. We also use Stripe for payments, which may set its own cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies:
5. Managing Cookies
You can delete or block cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking our session cookie will prevent you from staying logged in, and blocking Google Analytics cookies will not affect your use of the service.
6. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, email [email protected].