Cookie Policy
Last Updated: November 19, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
BlinkPost uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, protect, and improve our service. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the basic functionality of BlinkPost. Without these cookies, the service cannot function properly.
Purpose:
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention (CSRF protection)
- Load balancing and service delivery
- Remember your login state
Duration: Session (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 30 days for persistent sessions
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
Purpose:
- Remember your preferences (theme, language)
- Save your form inputs and drafts
- Maintain your account settings
- Improve user experience
Duration: Persistent (up to 1 year)
2.3 Security Cookies
These cookies help protect your account and prevent unauthorized access.
Purpose:
- Prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks
- Detect and prevent suspicious activity
- Secure OAuth flows (social media connections)
- Protect against automated bots
Duration: Session or up to 24 hours
3. Specific Cookies Used by BlinkPost
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| connect.sid | Session authentication and user identification | 30 days | Essential |
| oauth_state | CSRF protection for social media OAuth flows | Session | Security |
| theme | Remember your light/dark mode preference | 1 year | Functional |
4. Third-Party Cookies
When you connect social media accounts or use third-party services through BlinkPost, those services may set their own cookies:
4.1 Social Media Platforms
- LinkedIn: Authentication and API access cookies
- Facebook: Login and platform integration cookies
- Instagram: OAuth and business account cookies
These cookies are governed by the respective platform's privacy and cookie policies. We do not control these third-party cookies.
4.2 Payment Processing
- Stripe: Sets cookies for payment processing and fraud prevention
Learn more: Stripe Cookie Policy
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Authenticate Users: Keep you logged in and recognize your account
- Secure the Platform: Prevent unauthorized access and protect against attacks
- Remember Preferences: Save your settings and customization choices
- Improve Performance: Optimize service delivery and load times
- Provide Core Features: Enable essential functionality like content generation and publishing
6. Your Cookie Choices
6.1 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when closing browser
- View and delete individual cookies
6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6.3 Important Note
⚠️ Disabling Essential Cookies
If you disable essential cookies, BlinkPost will not function properly. You may not be able to:
- Log in to your account
- Generate or publish content
- Save preferences or settings
- Connect social media accounts
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
We respect "Do Not Track" signals. However, because we only use essential and functional cookies necessary for service operation, DNT settings will not significantly change your experience.
We do not use advertising or analytics cookies that track you across websites.
8. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For users in the European Union:
- Essential cookies are necessary for our legitimate interest in providing the service
- Functional cookies require your consent (granted by using the service)
- You can withdraw consent by deleting cookies or disabling them in your browser
- You have the right to request information about cookies we use
9. Cookie Retention
We retain cookies for different periods based on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Authentication Cookies: Up to 30 days or until you log out
- Preference Cookies: Up to 1 year or until you delete them
- Security Cookies: Up to 24 hours
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications for material changes
11. More Information
For more details about how we protect your privacy, please see our Privacy Policy.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: