1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track usage patterns, and improve user experience.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period).
2. How We Use Cookies
Stellarwind uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Functionality: Enable core website features (e.g., security, authentication)
- Analytics: Understand how visitors use our site (PostHog, Google Analytics)
- Performance: Monitor page load times and errors (Sentry)
- Marketing: Track conversions and attribute leads (Stover)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| payload-token | Authentication for CMS admin panel | 7 days |
| __Secure-next-auth.session-token | Secure session management | Session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics 4 | Persist session state | 2 years |
| ph_* | PostHog | User session tracking, event analytics | 1 year |
| ph_phc_*_posthog | PostHog | Feature flags, A/B testing state | 1 year |
3.3 Performance Cookies
Monitor website performance and errors.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sentry-* | Sentry | Error tracking, performance monitoring | Session |
3.4 Marketing & Attribution Cookies
Track lead sources and marketing campaign effectiveness.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| stover_* | Stover | Lead attribution and source tracking | 30 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These services have their own privacy and cookie policies:
- Google Analytics: Google Cookie Policy
- PostHog: PostHog Privacy Policy
- Sentry: Sentry Privacy Policy
- Stover: Stover Privacy Policy
5. How to Manage Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block, delete, or receive warnings before cookies are stored:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
5.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
- PostHog: Set
opt_out_capturing: truein browser console (permanent) - All Tracking: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality. Some features may not work properly, and we cannot guarantee the same user experience.
6. Do Not Track Signals
We respect "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we will not load analytics or marketing cookies, though strictly necessary cookies remain active.
To enable DNT: Browser Settings → Privacy → Enable "Do Not Track"
7. Cookie Consent
Under GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, we require your consent before setting non-essential cookies. You can manage your consent preferences at any time.
Categories you can control:
- Strictly Necessary: Always active (required for site functionality)
- Analytics: Opt-in (helps us improve the website)
- Performance: Opt-in (monitors errors and performance)
- Marketing: Opt-in (tracks lead sources)
8. Data Retention
Cookies are retained for the following periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Analytics Cookies: 14 months (Google Analytics), 1 year (PostHog)
- Marketing Cookies: 30 days (Stover attribution)
- Authentication Cookies: 7 days (Payload CMS)
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: