This Cookie Policy explains how Shortix ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit shortix.xyz. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your preferences or past actions. Cookies cannot execute programs or deliver viruses to your computer.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as authentication, session management, and security. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.
- Session cookies — Keep you logged in as you navigate between pages.
- CSRF protection cookies — Help protect against cross-site request forgery attacks.
- Cookie consent cookie — Stores your cookie preferences so we don't ask again.
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we've added to our pages.
- Theme preference — Remembers your chosen colour theme (light or dark mode).
- Language preference — Stores your preferred language setting.
- Firebase Auth — Manages your authenticated session securely via Google Firebase.
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use anonymised analytics to understand how visitors use Shortix so we can improve the service. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics cookies.
- Firebase Analytics — Tracks aggregate usage patterns such as page views, feature usage, and session duration. Data is anonymised and cannot be used to identify individual users.
2.4 Preference / Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to store non-sensitive preferences on your device (e.g. tool history, UI state). This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services we use. We do not control how these services use their cookies, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly:
- Google Firebase — Authentication and database services. Firebase Privacy Policy
- Google Fonts — Provides web fonts. Google Privacy Policy
We do not use any advertising or marketing cookies. Shortix is completely ad-free.
4. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies can be either "session" cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent" cookies, which remain on your device for a set period. Most of our functional cookies are session-based. Firebase authentication cookies persist for up to 30 days unless you sign out.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer, or by adjusting your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your computer
- Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies will affect the functionality of Shortix, and some features may not work correctly.
For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit:
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. We honour DNT signals — when your browser sends a DNT signal, we will not load any non-essential tracking scripts.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support.shortix@gmail.com. support.shortix@gmail.com.