Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 20, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how GrowKido uses cookies and similar technologies on our Platform. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files saved on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when visiting websites. Cookies allow the site to recognize your device and remember information about your visit (e.g., language preferences, settings).
3. Types of cookies
Necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- User session files
- Cookie consent preferences
- Security and authentication (Auth0)
Analytics cookies
These cookies allow us to understand how visitors use our website. They collect anonymous information about the number of visits, time spent on the site, and traffic sources. Loaded only after your consent.
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) - only after consent
- Hotjar (_hjSessionUser_*, _hjSession_*) - only after consent, session recordings and heatmaps
- Umami - cookieless analytics, no consent required
Marketing cookies
These cookies are used to display ads tailored to your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of ad displays and measure advertising campaign effectiveness.
- Ad personalization
- Remarketing
- Conversion measurement
4. Cookies we use
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores information about your cookie consent | 365 days | Necessary |
| cookie-preferences | Stores your preferences regarding cookie categories | 365 days | Necessary |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Remembers your selected interface language | 365 days | Necessary |
| auth0.* | User authentication and session management (set only after login) | Session / 7 days | Necessary |
| _ga, _gid | Anonymous visit statistics (Google Analytics - only after consent) | 2 years / 24 hours | Analytics |
| _hjSessionUser_*, _hjSession_* | Session recordings and heatmaps (Hotjar - only after consent; IPs anonymized, sensitive data masked) | 365 days / 30 minutes | Analytics |
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5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services (loaded conditionally based on your consent):
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze site traffic (optional, only after your consent to analytics cookies). Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information about how users use the site. IP is anonymized.
More information about Google cookies: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
Hotjar
We use Hotjar for session recordings and heatmaps (optional, only after your consent to analytics cookies). Hotjar anonymizes IP addresses and automatically masks sensitive data in recordings.
More information about Hotjar cookies: https://help.hotjar.com/hc/en-us/articles/6952777582999
Umami
We use a self-hosted instance of Umami for basic statistics. Umami does NOT set cookies and does not require your consent - it only collects aggregated, anonymous data.
Auth0
Auth0 is our authentication service. Auth0 uses cookies to manage user sessions and login security (set only after login).
More information about Auth0 cookies: https://auth0.com/docs/secure/tokens/cookies
6. Managing cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Cookie banner - on first visit we display a banner with options to accept or reject cookies
- Browser settings - you can change browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Opt-out options - you can opt out of Google Analytics using the browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Note: Blocking some cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Browser settings
Below are instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:
8. Changes to Cookie Policy
We may periodically update this Cookie Policy. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the date at the top of the document and/or through a notification.
9. Contact
For questions regarding this Cookie Policy, contact us:
Email: [email protected]