Cookie Policy
Last Updated: November 2025
We believe in transparency. Here's exactly what cookies and storage technologies PinkNinjasStudio uses.
Privacy-First Approach
TL;DR: We only use essential cookies for authentication (Clerk) and basic analytics (Vercel). Your data is stored on secure cloud servers (Backblaze B2 / Neon Database) purely so the system works and you can access your creations from any device. We don't use advertising cookies, trackers, or sell your data. That's it!
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device to store information. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide a better user experience.
PinkNinjasStudio uses a minimal set of cookies and storage technologies, focused only on essential functionality. We do NOT use advertising cookies, marketing trackers, or sell your data to third parties.
Essential Authentication Cookies
We use Clerk for secure authentication. These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
__session | Keeps you logged into your account | Session |
__client | Identifies your browser for authentication | 1 year |
__client_uat | Tracks authentication state updates | Session |
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the core functionality of logging in and maintaining your session.
Analytics & Performance
We use Vercel Analytics and Vercel SpeedInsights to understand how our website performs and how users interact with it. This helps us improve the user experience.
- Vercel Analytics: Collects anonymous page view data (no personal information)
- Vercel SpeedInsights: Measures page load times and performance metrics
- No personally identifiable information is collected
- Data is aggregated and anonymized
These tools are privacy-focused and do not track individual users across websites.
Data Storage (Server-Side)
To provide a seamless experience across all your devices, we store your data on secure cloud servers. This is purely functional - so you don't have to keep files locally and can access your creations from anywhere:
| Data | Purpose | Storage |
|---|---|---|
Generated Images | Access your creations from any device | Backblaze B2 Cloud |
Image History | View and manage your generation history | Neon Database |
Favorites & Folders | Organize your favorite images | Neon Database |
Account Settings | Sync your preferences across sessions | Neon Database |
This server-side storage exists solely to make the system function and provide you convenience - not for tracking or advertising purposes.
Local Browser Storage
We also use your browser's local storage for temporary caching to improve performance:
- Session cache for faster page loads
- Avatar cache for quicker profile display
- Temporary UI state and preferences
This local data is temporary and can be cleared anytime through your browser settings without affecting your account.
Payment Processing (Stripe)
When you make a purchase, we use Stripe for secure payment processing. Stripe may set its own cookies for:
- Fraud prevention and security
- Remembering your payment preferences
- Processing your transaction securely
Stripe's cookies are governed by their own privacy policy. We never store your credit card information on our servers.
What We DON'T Use
PinkNinjasStudio is committed to your privacy. We specifically DO NOT use:
- Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel
- Advertising or marketing cookies
- Cross-site tracking cookies
- Third-party data brokers
- Social media tracking pixels
- Retargeting or remarketing cookies
Your browsing activity on our site is not shared with advertisers or data brokers.
Managing Cookies
You have control over cookies on your device:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings
- Clear Local Data: You can clear IndexedDB and localStorage through your browser's developer tools
- Disable JavaScript: Some storage features require JavaScript to function
Note: Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using the service. Clearing local storage only removes temporary cache data - it will automatically re-sync from our servers on your next visit. Your actual data is safely stored in the cloud.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
For significant changes, we may notify you through the website or via email if you have an account with us.
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By using PinkNinjasStudio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Cookie Policy.