Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 20, 2026
What are cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website operators.
Cookies we use
Slidenote uses cookies and similar technologies for the following categories:
| Category | Processor | Purpose | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential session cookie (sid) | Slidenote | Maintains your login session so you stay authenticated as you navigate the Service. | Essential (strictly necessary) |
| Analytics | Microsoft Clarity | Helps us understand how people use the Service through product analytics, heatmaps, and session replay so we can improve usability and fix issues. | Analytics |
The essential session cookie is set only when you log in or create an account. It does not track your browsing activity, and it cannot be used to identify you on other websites.
The essential session cookie is configured with the following security attributes:
- HttpOnly: The cookie cannot be accessed by JavaScript, protecting against cross-site scripting attacks.
- SameSite=Lax: The cookie is not sent with cross-site requests, protecting against cross-site request forgery.
- Secure: In production, the cookie is only transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections.
Third-party cookies
Slidenote uses Microsoft Clarity as a third-party analytics and session-replay provider. Clarity may use cookies and similar technologies to help us understand interactions with the Service, such as page views, clicks, scrolling, and session recordings. We do not use third-party cookies for advertising.
Microsoft's handling of information is described in the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
Managing cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, if you block the session cookie used by Slidenote, you will not be able to log in or use authenticated features of the Service.
You can also use browser cookie controls, privacy settings, or supported browser extensions to limit or opt out of analytics cookies and similar technologies.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help documentation:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our website at www.slidenote.app.