🛡️ Privacy-First Approach: Qnik AI uses minimal
cookies, only for essential functionality. We don't use tracking
cookies or third-party analytics that compromise your privacy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you
visit a website. They help websites remember information about your
visit, making your experience more convenient and personalized.
2. How Qnik AI Uses Cookies
Qnik AI uses cookies sparingly and only for essential purposes. We
believe in respecting your privacy while providing a functional user
experience.
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| bgai_session |
Maintains your login session |
Session (until browser closes) |
| bgai_auth |
Remembers authentication state |
30 days (if "Remember Me" is checked) |
| bgai_preferences |
Stores your settings and preferences |
1 year |
| csrf_token |
Security protection against cross-site attacks |
Session |
2.2 What We DON'T Use
Qnik AI deliberately avoids privacy-invasive technologies:
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Tracking Cookies: We don't track your browsing
across websites
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Third-Party Analytics: No Google Analytics,
Facebook Pixel, or similar
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Advertising Cookies: We don't serve ads or use ad
networks
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Social Media Tracking: No social media tracking
pixels
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Behavioral Profiling: We don't build profiles of
your behavior
3. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, Qnik AI may use browser local storage for:
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User Preferences: Theme, language, and interface
settings
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Form Data: Temporarily saving form inputs to
prevent data loss
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Application State: Remembering your place in the
application
4. Third-Party Services
Qnik AI integrates with minimal third-party services, each with their
own cookie policies:
4.1 OAuth Providers
When you use social login (Google, GitHub), you'll be redirected to
their sites, which have their own cookie policies:
4.2 Email Services
We use email services for account verification and notifications, but
these don't set cookies on our website.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
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Block All Cookies: Prevent all cookies (may break
website functionality)
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Block Third-Party Cookies: Allow only first-party
cookies
- Delete Cookies: Remove existing cookies
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Incognito/Private Mode: Browse without storing
cookies
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
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Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
and other site data
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Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
and Site Data
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Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
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Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions →
Cookies and site data
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:
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Login: You'll need to log in every time you visit
- Preferences: Settings won't be remembered
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Security: Some security features may be affected
- Forms: Form data may not be preserved
💡 Recommendation: For the best experience, allow
essential cookies while blocking third-party tracking cookies. Most
modern browsers offer this option.
7. Mobile Applications
The Qnik AI desktop application doesn't use web cookies, but may
store:
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Configuration Files: User preferences and settings
- Cache Data: Temporary files for performance
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Log Files: Error logs and usage statistics (local
only)
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices
or legal requirements:
- We'll notify users of significant changes
- Updates will be posted on this page
- The "Last Updated" date will be revised
9. Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us:
- Email: privacy@Qnik AI
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Contact Form: Contact Us
- Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
10. Related Policies
For more information about how we protect your privacy:
🔒 Our Promise: Qnik AI is committed to transparency
about data collection. We use only the cookies necessary to provide
you with a secure, functional experience while respecting your
privacy.