Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how MockPilot uses cookies and similar technologies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
We use cookies and similar technologies (web beacons, pixels, local storage) to provide and improve our Service.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function. You cannot opt out of these.
- Authentication: Keep you logged in
- Security: Protect against CSRF attacks
- Session Management: Track your session state
- Load Balancing: Route requests to appropriate servers
Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes) or up to 7 days
Analytics Cookies (Not Used)
We do not use analytics cookies. We respect your privacy and do not track your usage behavior.
Preference Cookies (Optional)
These cookies remember your preferences and settings.
- UI Preferences: Theme, language, layout
- Settings: Default values, display options
- Dismissed Messages: Banners or notices you've closed
Duration: Up to 1 year
3. No Tracking Policy
✅ MockPilot does NOT use tracking technologies.
- No Google Analytics or similar tracking tools
- No browser fingerprinting
- No cross-site tracking
- No advertising cookies
- No user profiling
Free tier usage is tracked via session cookies only - no persistent tracking.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
Payment Processing (Dodo Payments)
- Purpose: Process payments securely
- Privacy Policy: https://dodopayments.com/privacy
Analytics (If Enabled)
- Purpose: Understand user behavior and improve service
- Examples: Google Analytics, Plausible, or similar
Note: We are not responsible for cookies set by third-party services. Please review their privacy policies.
5. How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies for full functionality
- Essential Only: Only use required cookies
- Custom: Choose which categories to allow
⚠️ Important:
Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using the Service. Disabling other cookies may limit functionality.
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit MockPilot, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can change your preferences at any time through the cookie settings in the footer.
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals because there is no industry standard for compliance. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings.
8. Data Collection and Usage
Information collected through cookies is used for:
- Service Provision: Authentication, session management
- Usage Tracking: Free tier limits (3 generations/session)
- Security: Fraud detection, abuse prevention
- Analytics: Usage patterns, feature popularity
- Improvement: Service optimization, bug fixes
See our Privacy Policy for more details on data processing.
9. Cookie Lifespan
| Cookie Type | Duration | Can Opt Out? |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closes | ❌ No (Essential) |
| Authentication | 7 days | ❌ No (Essential) |
| Preferences | 1 year | ✅ Yes |
| Analytics | 2 years | ✅ Yes |
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
Privacy Email: privacy@mockpilot.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@mockpilot.com
🍪 Privacy-First Cookie Policy
- ✅ Essential cookies only - required for authentication and security
- ✅ No analytics tracking - we don't track your behavior
- ✅ No browser fingerprinting - we don't collect device fingerprints
- ✅ No advertising cookies - we don't serve ads
- ✅ Data minimization - we only collect what's necessary
- ✅ GDPR compliant - your privacy is protected