1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time so you do not have to re-enter them whenever you return. Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period).
We also use similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also called "pixels"), local storage, and session storage where appropriate.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Keep you logged in to the Vigil platform
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how our website and platform are used so we can improve them
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Protect you and the platform against fraud and abuse
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly NecessaryAlways On
These cookies are essential for the Services to function. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, session management, and security. These cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|
| vigil_session | Maintains your authenticated session | Session |
| vigil_csrf | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| __Secure-auth | Secure authentication token | 30 days |
FunctionalOptional
Functional cookies enable enhanced features and personalization, such as remembering your language preference, UI settings, and recent navigation. Disabling them may reduce functionality.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|
| vigil_prefs | Stores UI preferences (theme, collapsed nav, etc.) | 1 year |
| vigil_locale | Stores your preferred language and region | 1 year |
AnalyticsOptional
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website and platform so we can improve performance, fix issues, and prioritize features. All data is aggregated and anonymized.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|
| _ph_session | PostHog analytics — session-level usage data | Session |
| _ph_distinct | PostHog analytics — pseudonymous user identifier | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — session identifier | 24 hours |
MarketingOptional
Marketing cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and to track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. We do not use intrusive third-party advertising networks on our platform — these cookies appear only on our public-facing website.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel — conversion tracking | 90 days |
| _li_fat_id | LinkedIn Insight Tag — campaign attribution | 30 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party providers:
PostHog — product analytics (self-hosted EU instance). Privacy policy: posthog.com/privacy
Google Analytics — website traffic analytics. Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Stripe — payment processing. Privacy policy: stripe.com/privacy
LinkedIn Insight Tag — B2B campaign measurement. Privacy policy: linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
Facebook Pixel — campaign conversion tracking. Privacy policy: facebook.com/privacy/policy
We do not control the cookies set by these third parties. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences in the following ways:
Cookie Preference Center — Click "Manage Cookie Preferences" in the footer of our website to update your consent choices at any time.
Browser Settings — Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Services. Common browser controls:
• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Tools:
• Google Analytics Opt-Out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Facebook Off-Facebook Activity: facebook.com/off-facebook-activity
• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals because there is no industry-standard interpretation. However, you can use the Cookie Preference Center or browser controls above to limit tracking.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes by posting a notice on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.