What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.
How We Use Cookies
Survpay uses cookies for the following purposes:
1. Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
next-auth.session-token | Keeps you signed in securely | 30 days |
next-auth.csrf-token | Protects against security attacks | Session |
next-auth.callback-url | Remembers where to redirect you after login | Session |
Why We Need These
Without these cookies, you wouldn't be able to sign in or use Survpay. They are essential for basic functionality.
2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Tracks website usage anonymously | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_gid | Tracks website sessions | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
_gat | Limits data collection rate | 1 minute | Google Analytics |
3. Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track how you found us and help us understand which marketing efforts work best.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
attribution | Stores UTM parameters (source, campaign, etc.) | 30 days |
Third-Party Services
We use these trusted services (they may also set cookies):
- Google Analytics — Helps us understand how people use Survpay
- Stripe — Processes your payouts and identity securely
- BitLabs — Provides survey opportunities
- Digital Ocean — Hosts our website
Your Cookie Choices
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies in several ways:
1. Cookie Banner
When you first visit Survpay, you'll see a banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
2. Browser Settings
All major browsers let you block cookies, delete existing cookies, or accept cookies only from specific sites. Learn how:
What Happens If You Block Cookies?
| Cookie Type | If Blocked |
|---|---|
| Essential | ❌ You won't be able to sign in or use Survpay |
| Analytics | ✅ Survpay works fine, but we can't improve based on usage data |
| Marketing | ✅ Survpay works fine, but we can't track marketing effectiveness |
| Preference | ✅ Survpay works fine, but won't remember your settings |
Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track (DNT) signals. When enabled, we only use essential cookies and disable analytics/marketing tracking.
Your Privacy Matters
We take your privacy seriously. Essential cookies are the minimum needed for Survpay to work. Everything else requires your explicit consent.
Cookie Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated through:
- Email notification (if you have an account)
- Banner notification on the website
Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)
If you're in the EU or California, you have additional rights:
- Access: Request what cookie data we have about you
- Delete: Request deletion of your cookie data
- Opt-out: Refuse optional cookies at any time
- Withdraw Consent: Change your mind about cookie preferences
To exercise these rights, email [email protected] or visit your Account Settings.