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Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 15, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making it easier to use the site and ensuring certain features work properly.

2. How StackVPN Uses Cookies

StackVPN uses minimal cookies to provide essential functionality. We prioritize your privacy and do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

We use cookies to:

  • Maintain your login session when you access your account
  • Remember your preferences (like language or theme settings)
  • Ensure website security and prevent fraud
  • Understand basic website usage to improve our service

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

Essential cookies enable core functionality such as:

  • Session management - Keep you logged in as you navigate the site
  • Security - Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and other attacks
  • Load balancing - Route your requests to the appropriate server

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or short-term (up to 30 days)

3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

  • Language preferences - Remember your chosen language
  • Display settings - Remember your preferred theme or layout
  • Form data - Remember information you've entered in forms

Duration: Up to 12 months

3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

We use basic analytics to understand how visitors use our website:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Navigation paths through the site
  • Aggregate visitor statistics (no personal identification)

Privacy-first analytics: We use privacy-respecting analytics tools that do not track you across websites and anonymize your IP address.

Duration: Up to 24 months

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

StackVPN uses minimal third-party services that may set cookies:

  • Payment processor (Lemon Squeezy) - Handles subscription payments securely. Subject to their own cookie policy.
  • CDN providers - Deliver website assets (CSS, JavaScript, fonts) faster. No tracking cookies.

We do not allow third-party advertising or tracking cookies on our site.

4. Cookies We Do NOT Use

StackVPN does NOT use:

  • Advertising cookies or tracking pixels
  • Social media tracking cookies (like Facebook Pixel, Twitter analytics)
  • Cross-site tracking cookies that follow you across the web
  • Cookies that collect personal information for marketing purposes

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies stored on your device
  • Block all cookies (though this may affect website functionality)
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Clear cookies when you close your browser
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Here's how to manage cookies in popular 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
  • Brave: Settings → Shields → Cookies and other site data

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Note:

If you disable essential cookies, certain features of StackVPN may not work properly, including:

  • Logging into your account
  • Maintaining your session while browsing the site
  • Processing payments securely

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit StackVPN, we may display a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept" or continuing to use the site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.

7. Cookies and the VPN Service

Important distinction:

This Cookie Policy applies to the StackVPN website (stackvpn.app) only. When you use the actual VPN service (WireGuard connection), no cookies are involved or collected. Your VPN traffic is encrypted and private, as described in our Logging Policy.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Related Documents:
Privacy Policy | Logging Policy | Terms of Service