1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how RankRocket ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at https://www.rankrocket.online/. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
First-Party Cookies
Set by the website you're visiting. Only that website can read them.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by someone other than the owner of the website you're visiting.
3. Session Cookies We Use
RankRocket primarily uses session cookies to provide essential functionality and enhance your user experience. Here are the specific session cookies we use:
| Cookie Name |
Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
Essential |
session |
First-party Session Cookie |
User Authentication: Maintains your login session and authentication state
Security: Prevents CSRF attacks and maintains session security
Preferences: Stores your user preferences and settings
|
Session (until browser closes) or 7 days if "Remember Me" is used |
Yes |
csrf_token |
First-party Session Cookie |
Security: Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks
Form Validation: Ensures form submissions are legitimate
|
Session |
Yes |
user_preferences |
First-party Persistent Cookie |
User Experience: Stores your language, theme, and display preferences
Convenience: Remembers your dashboard settings and layout
|
30 days |
No |
cookie_consent |
First-party Persistent Cookie |
Compliance: Remembers your cookie preferences
Privacy: Stores your consent choices for analytics cookies
|
1 year |
No |
4. Why We Use Cookies
Authentication & Security
To keep you signed in and protect your account from unauthorized access.
Essential Functionality
To enable core features like analysis, reporting, and account management.
Performance & Analytics
To understand how users interact with our platform and improve it.
Preferences
To remember your settings and provide a personalized experience.
5. Session Cookie Details
Flask Session Cookie Configuration
Our application uses Flask's built-in session management with the following security settings:
Security Features:
- HttpOnly: Prevents client-side script access to cookies
- Secure Flag: Ensures cookies are only sent over HTTPS
- SameSite: Lax policy to prevent CSRF attacks
- Session Refresh: Automatic session renewal with each request
- Expiration: 7-day maximum session lifetime
What Session Cookies Store
Our session cookies contain minimal, essential information:
- User ID: Encrypted identifier for your account
- Authentication Status: Whether you're logged in
- Session ID: Unique identifier for your browsing session
- CSRF Token: Security token for form protection
- Points Balance: Your current rank points (cached)
Note: We do not store sensitive information like passwords or payment details in cookies. All sensitive data is stored securely on our servers.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We use a limited number of third-party services that may set cookies:
| Service |
Purpose |
Cookies Used |
Privacy Policy |
| PayPal |
Payment processing |
Authentication, fraud prevention |
View Policy |
| Google Analytics |
Website analytics (optional) |
Performance tracking |
View Policy |
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas may be restricted.
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge
Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
Essential Cookies Notice
Important: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the basic functionality of our website, including user authentication and security features.
8. Cookie Duration
- Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until they expire or are deleted
- Authentication Cookies: 7 days maximum duration
- Preference Cookies: 30 days duration
- Analytics Cookies: Varies by service (typically 1-2 years)
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us: