Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making it easier to visit the site again and making the site more useful to you.

In addition to cookies, modern web applications also use local storage and session storage to store data directly in your browser for enhanced functionality.

How NexusRank Uses Cookies and Storage

Essential Functionality Only

NexusRank uses minimal browser storage technologies solely for essential functionality. We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or analytics cookies that identify you personally.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage to:

• Track Free Usage: Remember which tools you've used in the free tier
• Pro User Status: Remember your Pro login status
• App Preferences: Store settings and preferences for better user experience
• PWA Cache: Cache application files for offline functionality
• Analytics: Store minimal, anonymized usage data locally for app improvement

Session Storage

We may use session storage for temporary data that expires when you close your browser tab, such as:

• Temporary form data to prevent loss during processing
• Session-specific preferences
• Error recovery information

Types of Data Stored

What We Don't Use

No Tracking Technologies

NexusRank does not use:

• Third-party tracking cookies
• Cross-site tracking pixels
• Fingerprinting technologies
• Social media tracking widgets
• Advertising cookies or beacons
• Analytics that identify individuals
• Persistent cross-device tracking

No External Analytics

We do not use external analytics services such as:

• Google Analytics
• Facebook Pixel
• Adobe Analytics
• Other third-party tracking services

Data Privacy and Security

Local Data Only

All stored data remains on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. This includes:

• Usage tracking for free tier limits
• Pro user login status
• Application preferences
• Local analytics data

No Personal Information

The data we store locally does not contain:

• Your name or email address
• IP addresses or location data
• Device identifiers
• Content you input into our tools
• Personally identifiable information

Managing Your Data

Browser Controls

You have full control over locally stored data through your browser settings:

Clear All Data

To completely remove all NexusRank data from your browser:

1. Open your browser's developer tools (F12)
2. Go to the Application/Storage tab
3. Find Local Storage, Session Storage, and Cache Storage
4. Delete all entries related to the NexusRank domain

Private Browsing

If you use private/incognito browsing mode:

• No data is stored persistently
• All data is cleared when you close the browser
• You'll need to re-authenticate as a Pro user each session
• Free tier limits reset each private session

Third-Party Services

Cloudflare

Our website is hosted on Cloudflare Pages and uses Cloudflare Workers. Cloudflare may set essential cookies for:

• Security and DDoS protection
• Load balancing and performance
• Basic functionality of the service

These are necessary for the technical operation of the website. Please see Cloudflare's Cookie Policy for more information.

Patreon (External)

If you visit our Patreon support page, you'll be subject to Patreon's cookie and privacy policies. We do not control or have access to Patreon's cookies.

Legal Compliance

GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union:

• We use only essential local storage for legitimate interests
• No consent is required for essential functionality
• You have the right to clear your local data at any time
• We do not process personal data through cookies

CCPA Compliance

For California residents:

• We do not sell personal information collected through cookies
• Local storage data is not shared with third parties
• You have the right to delete your local data

Other Jurisdictions

We comply with cookie laws in all jurisdictions where we operate by:

• Using only essential functionality storage
• Not tracking users across websites
• Providing clear information about our practices
• Giving users control over their data

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in our data practices
• New browser technologies
• Legal requirements
• User feedback and improvements

When we update this policy:

• We'll update the "Last updated" date
• We'll post the new policy on this page
• For significant changes, we may provide additional notice
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices:

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days of receipt.

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