Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 4, 2026
This Policy describes which cookies HeroKidStory uses, why, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. About Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed in your browser when you visit a website. HeroKidStory uses these files at the minimum level necessary for the platform to function.
This policy explains which cookies we use and how you can manage your preferences. For comprehensive information on how your personal data is processed, see our Privacy Policy.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies — Always Active
These cookies are required for core platform functions (login, language, security) and cannot be disabled.
| Çerez Adı / Cookie | Kaynak / Source | Süre / Duration | Amaç / Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | NextAuth.js | Session | Manages user login session |
| next-auth.csrf-token | NextAuth.js | Session | CSRF attack protection |
| __Secure-next-auth.session-token | NextAuth.js | 30 days | Persistent session on HTTPS |
| cookie-consent | HeroKidStory | 1 year | Stores your consent decision |
| cookie-preferences | HeroKidStory | 1 year | Stores category-level cookie preferences |
| cookie-consent-timestamp | HeroKidStory | 1 year | Records when consent was given (GDPR) |
| cookie-consent-version | HeroKidStory | 1 year | Stores banner copy version |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Next.js i18n | 1 year | Stores language preference |
| TawkConnectionTime | Tawk.to | Session | Manages the connection when you open the live chat bubble |
| __tawkuuid / tawk_uuid_* | Tawk.to | 6 months | Identifies your live chat session |
| twk_idm_key | Tawk.to | Session | Live chat connection management |
| hks-presence-id | HeroKidStory | Persistent | Anonymous, real-time session identifier for site administration |
| hks-presence-referrer | HeroKidStory | Tab | Pins your referral source for the current browser tab |
| hks-presence-landing | HeroKidStory | Tab | Pins your landing page for the current browser tab |
| hks-presence-utm | HeroKidStory | Tab | Pins UTM campaign parameters for the current browser tab |
Tawk.to cookies only activate once you click the live chat bubble; they serve no advertising or tracking purpose. See §3 Third-Party Cookies for details.
hks-presence-* identifiers are an operational signal used so site administration can see who is currently active on the site; they do not depend on analytics consent. Real-time state is kept on the server for at most 60 seconds. In addition, summary session information (pages visited, approximate duration, source, device type; no IP address stored) may be retained on the server for up to 30 days so site administration can understand visitor flow; it is visible only to site administrators and is not shared with third parties.
2.2 Analytics Cookies — Consent Required
Accept All enables Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Decline keeps analytics cookies disabled.
| Çerez Adı / Cookie | Kaynak / Source | Süre / Duration | Amaç / Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | 2 years | Unique user identifier |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | 2 years | Session / property state |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Daily user distinction |
GA4 loads only after you consent to analytics in the cookie banner. Privacy: policies.google.com/privacy
2.3 Marketing Cookies — Consent Required
Not Currently in Use
HeroKidStory does not currently use any marketing or ad-targeting tools.
3. Third-Party Cookies
| Provider | Purpose | Type | Privacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google (OAuth) | Sign in with Google | Essential | policies.google.com |
| Google Analytics 4 | Site usage statistics | Consent | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Vercel | CDN, page delivery | Essential | vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy |
| Tawk.to | Live support widget | Essential | tawk.to/privacy-policy |
Google OAuth connection is made only for the technical login flow. This connection does not place advertising or tracking cookies. Tawk.to only activates once you click the live chat bubble; it does not silently track your visit.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
4.1 Via the Banner
The consent banner shown on your first visit lets you:
- Accept All — consent to all cookies
- Decline — essential cookies only
- Links to the Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy in the banner text
4.2 Updating Your Preferences
To change a previous choice, delete the cookie-consent cookie in your browser's developer tools to trigger the banner again.
5. Connection to Privacy Policy
For full details on personal data collection, processing, and your rights, see our Privacy Policy.
6. Changes
When this policy is updated, the "Last Updated" date changes. For significant changes — such as adding analytics or marketing tools — registered users will be notified by email.
7. Contact
| info@herokidstory.com | |
| Subject | Cookie Policy |
| Response time | 30 days |