Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 11, 2026

In Simple Terms

We use cookies to keep you logged in, remember your preferences, understand site usage, and show relevant ads. You can control cookies in your browser settings anytime.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, login status, and improve your browsing experience.

Cookies may be:

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., Google AdSense, Analytics).

2. Cookies We Use on ShortyX

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration	Essential?
Session Cookie `PHPSESSID`	Maintains your login session and keeps you signed in while using the site.	Session	Yes
CSRF Token `csrf_token`	Protects your account from cross-site request forgery attacks.	Session	Yes
Remember Me `remember_token`	Keeps you logged in when you select "Remember Me" during login.	30 Days	No
Preferences `user_prefs`	Remembers your language, theme, and display preferences.	1 Year	No
Cookie Consent `cookie_consent`	Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined).	1 Year	Yes

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third parties that may also set cookies on your device:

Service	Purpose	Cookies
Google AdSense	Displays relevant advertisements based on your interests and browsing history.	`_gads`, `_gac`, `IDE`, `DSID`
Google Analytics (if enabled)	Tracks anonymous usage data (page views, clicks, session duration).	`_ga`, `_gid`, `_gat`
Google reCAPTCHA (if enabled)	Protects forms from spam and abuse.	`_grecaptcha`

4. About Google AdSense Cookies

Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites. These cookies allow Google and its partners to show you more relevant advertisements.

Personalized Ads: Based on your interests and browsing behavior.
Non-Personalized Ads: Based on the current page content, not your behavior.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

5. How to Control or Delete Cookies

You have full control over cookies. Here's how to manage them in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

Mozilla Firefox

Safari

Microsoft Edge

Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of ShortyX. You may not be able to log in or use certain features.

6. Your Consent

By using ShortyX, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. On your first visit, you will see a cookie notice banner where you can accept or manage your cookie preferences.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

Clearing cookies from your browser settings
Disabling cookies in your browser
Using our cookie preference manager (if enabled)

7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. ShortyX currently does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can control tracking through the cookie settings mentioned above.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made.

9. Questions About Cookies?

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

Email: support@shenalbytelabs.com
Contact Form: Contact Us

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