Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to RankEarly ("we," "our," or "us"). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website rankearly.pro and our content strategy services.

By using RankEarly, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Cookie Policy, please do not access or use our services.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They allow websites to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Recognize you when you return to the website
  • Understand how you use the website
  • Improve the functionality and performance of the website

Cookies typically contain:

  • The name of the domain that placed the cookie
  • A unique identifier
  • An expiration date
  • Information about your usage

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

  • Authentication: Maintaining your signed-in state across sessions
  • Security: Protecting against fraud and ensuring secure access
  • Session Management: Preserving your preferences during your visit

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function.

Examples:

  • Logto authentication cookies (session management)
  • Security tokens and session identifiers
  • Locale preference cookies (language settings)

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Browser type and device information
  • Geographic location (country/region level)
  • Referring websites and navigation paths

Purpose: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services and user experience.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)
  • Vercel Analytics cookies
  • Vercel Speed Insights cookies

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide enhanced features:

  • Language Preferences: Your selected language for the interface
  • Display Settings: Theme preferences and display options
  • Feature Settings: Customized settings for specific features

Examples:

  • next-intl locale preference cookie
  • User interface state cookies

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that we use to operate our website:

ServicePurposeCookie Type
LogtoAuthentication and user managementEssential
Google AnalyticsAnalytics and user behavior trackingAnalytics
Vercel AnalyticsPerformance monitoring and analyticsAnalytics
Vercel Speed InsightsWeb Vitals and performance metricsAnalytics
StripeSecure payment processingEssential (during checkout)

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

4.1 Authentication and Security

  • Maintain your login session across page requests
  • Protect your account from unauthorized access
  • Verify your identity for sensitive operations

4.2 Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyze user behavior to improve our services
  • Identify popular features and areas for improvement
  • Monitor performance and fix technical issues

4.3 Personalization

  • Remember your language preference
  • Save your settings and preferences
  • Provide a personalized user experience

4.4 Legal and Security

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

5. Duration of Cookies

We use both session cookies and persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period (typically between 30 days and 2 years)
Cookie TypeTypical DurationPurpose
AuthenticationSession to 30 daysMaintain login state
Analytics2 yearsTrack returning users
Preferences1 yearRemember settings

6. Third-Party Services and Their Cookies

Our website integrates with the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:

6.1 Google Analytics

6.2 Vercel Analytics & Speed Insights

6.3 Logto Authentication

6.4 Stripe

7. Managing and Controlling Cookies

7.1 Browser Settings

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome:

  1. Click the three-dot menu → Settings → Privacy and security
  2. Click "Cookies and other site data"
  3. Choose your preferred option

Firefox:

  1. Click the three-line menu → Settings → Privacy & Security
  2. Go to "Cookies and Site Data"
  3. Choose your preferred option

Safari:

  1. Click Safari → Preferences → Privacy
  2. Click "Manage Website Data"
  3. Remove cookies or block all cookies

Edge:

  1. Click the three-dot menu → Settings → Cookies and site permissions
  2. Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data"
  3. Choose your preferred option

7.2 Browser Plugins and Tools

You can also use browser extensions and tools to block cookies:

  • Ad blockers with cookie blocking features
  • Privacy-focused browsers
  • Cookie management extensions

7.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that:

  • Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality
  • Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use our services
  • Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features
  • Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled

8. Your Choices and Consent

8.1 Non-Essential Cookies

For users in the European Union and other regions with strict privacy laws:

  • We only set non-essential cookies with your consent
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal

8.2 Implied Consent

By continuing to use our website after being presented with this Cookie Policy, you consent to our use of cookies.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in the cookies we use
  • Updates to third-party services
  • Changes in applicable laws and regulations
  • Improvements to our services

We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Cookie Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification for significant changes (if you have an account)

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

10. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process cookies based on:

  • Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for the website to function)
  • Analytics Cookies: Legitimate interest (to improve our services)
  • Preference Cookies: Consent (where required by law)

11. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Some cookies may transfer data to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. We ensure that:

  • Appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data
  • Third-party services comply with applicable data protection laws
  • Data transfers are conducted in accordance with this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy

12. Contact Us

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

For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.


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