Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 4, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how jurowl (operated by Mepost, INC.) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

1.1 Types of Storage Technologies

  • Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser
  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser's local storage
  • Session Storage: Temporary data stored for a single session
  • Fingerprinting: Device characteristics used for identification (limited use)

1.2 Cookie Duration

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

  • Authentication: Keep you signed in and secure your session
  • Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
  • Analytics: Understand how visitors use our Service
  • Performance: Monitor and improve Service performance
  • Functionality: Enable features like voting on debates

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to your actions, such as logging in or filling out forms.

Examples: Authentication tokens, session identifiers, security tokens, consent preferences

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Examples: Theme preferences, language settings, display options

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Examples: Page views, session duration, bounce rate, feature usage

3.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us monitor and improve the performance of our Service.

Examples: Load times, error tracking, resource usage

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies.

ProviderPurposeTypeMore Info
GoogleOAuth AuthenticationEssentialPrivacy Policy
StripePayment ProcessingEssentialPrivacy Policy
VercelHosting & AnalyticsPerformancePrivacy Policy

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit jurowl, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

  • Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics and functional
  • Essential Only: Allow only cookies necessary for the site to function
  • Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to allow

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Service.

5.4 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of certain third-party tracking:

  • Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
  • Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info

6. Specific Cookies We Use

NamePurposeDurationType
jurowl_sessionUser authentication sessionSessionEssential
jurowl_authAuthentication token7 daysEssential
jurowl_fingerprintAnonymous voting identification1 yearFunctional
jurowl_consentCookie consent preferences1 yearEssential
jurowl_themeDisplay theme preference1 yearFunctional

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

For significant changes, we may provide additional notice such as a banner on our website or an email notification.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Mepost, INC.

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://jurowl.com

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.