Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies serve many functions, including helping us remember your preferences, understanding how you use our website, and improving your overall experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how PatentCobot.com uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and API service.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Purpose: Authentication, security, API key validation
Duration: Session or up to 30 days
Can be disabled: No (required for service functionality)
Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Purpose: Usage analytics, performance monitoring
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Purpose: User preferences, dashboard settings
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (may affect functionality)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | User session management | Session | Essential |
| api_key_token | API authentication | 30 days | Essential |
| user_preferences | Dashboard settings and preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| analytics_id | Usage analytics (anonymized) | 2 years | Analytical |
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties:
Payment Processing
Stripe may set cookies for payment processing and fraud prevention.Stripe Privacy Policy
Analytics
We may use analytics services to understand website usage patterns.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
Browser-Specific Instructions
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
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent notice. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Customize your preferences
- Reject non-essential cookies
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience:
- Essential cookies: Cannot be disabled; website will not function properly
- Functional cookies: You may lose personalized settings and preferences
- Analytical cookies: We won't be able to improve the website based on usage data
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@patentcobot.com
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
Response Time: We typically respond within 48 hours