This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to provide, customize, and improve your experience on Paid Panelist.
Last updated: January 11, 2026
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide analytics, and remember your preferences.
We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until they expire or you delete them).
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Supabase authentication token for secure login | Session |
| sb-refresh-token | Supabase refresh token for maintaining sessions | 7 days |
| __stripe_mid | Stripe fraud prevention during payment | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe session identifier for payment processing | Session |
| csrf_token | Cross-site request forgery protection | Session |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remember your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| filter_prefs | Store your dashboard filter settings | 30 days |
| dismissed_banners | Remember which notifications you have dismissed | 30 days |
| view_mode | Remember grid vs list view preference | 1 year |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintain session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 24 hours |
| pp_session | Internal analytics - session tracking | Session |
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. We currently do not use marketing cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| None currently | We do not use marketing/advertising cookies | N/A |
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
Here are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:
You can also use these opt-out tools:
Please note that if you disable or block essential cookies, some features of our Service may not work properly. You may not be able to:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top.
For more information about how we handle your data, please review:
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
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