Cookie Policy
Effective Date: February 16, 2026
In Plain English: We use very few cookies. Google Analytics sets one analytics cookie. Everything else uses localStorage (not cookies) to save your plots and settings. No tracking, no third-party advertising cookies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit them. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences or login status.
There are different types of cookies:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services (like analytics or advertising)
2. How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
2.1 Essential Browser Storage (Not Cookies)
Our applications primarily use localStorage and IndexedDB, which are browser storage mechanisms that are technically not cookies. These store:
- Your stage plots and input lists
- Application settings and preferences
- License key information
- Language selection
- UI state (collapsed panels, view modes, etc.)
Why we use localStorage instead of cookies: Your data stays on your device and never leaves unless you explicitly export it. localStorage does not get sent to our servers with every request (unlike cookies).
This storage is essential for our Services to function. You cannot disable it without losing functionality.
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use two analytics services, one of which uses cookies:
| Service | Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (GA4) | _ga |
Distinguish unique visitors | 2 years |
| Google Analytics (GA4) | _ga_* |
Store session state | 2 years |
| Plausible Analytics | None | Privacy-friendly analytics (no cookies) | N/A |
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with IP anonymization enabled and respect for Do Not Track signals. The _ga cookie does not contain personal information and is used only to distinguish unique users across sessions.
Plausible Analytics: Does not use cookies at all. It collects anonymized usage statistics without any personal data or persistent identifiers.
3. What We Do NOT Use
We explicitly do NOT use:
- Advertising cookies: We do not serve ads or track you for advertising purposes
- Social media cookies: We do not embed social media widgets that track you
- Cross-site tracking cookies: We do not track you across other websites
- Marketing cookies: We do not use cookies for remarketing or targeted advertising
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Here's how:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site data
Note: If you block all cookies or clear localStorage, you will lose your saved stage plots and settings.
4.2 Opt Out of Google Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser (we respect DNT signals)
4.3 Private/Incognito Mode
Using your browser in private/incognito mode will prevent persistent cookies from being saved. However, it will also prevent our app from saving your stage plots, so you'll lose your work when you close the window.
5. Third-Party Cookies
When you use our Services, the following third parties may set cookies:
5.1 Google Analytics
Google sets the _ga and related cookies for analytics purposes. Google's use of cookies is governed by their privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
5.2 Stripe (Payment Pages Only)
When you click "Upgrade to Pro" and are redirected to Stripe's checkout page, Stripe may set its own cookies for fraud prevention and payment processing. These cookies are set by Stripe, not by us, and are governed by Stripe's privacy policy: stripe.com/privacy
Stripe cookies are only set when you visit Stripe's checkout page, not when browsing our main site or using our applications.
6. Detailed Cookie Table
| Type | Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytics | _ga |
Distinguish unique users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| Analytics | _ga_<container-id> |
Persist session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| localStorage | sl_plots |
Store saved stage plots | Persistent | First-party (essential) |
| localStorage | sl_pro_license |
Store Pro license key | Persistent | First-party (essential) |
| localStorage | sl_settings |
Store app preferences | Persistent | First-party (essential) |
| localStorage | sl_language |
Remember language choice | Persistent | First-party (functional) |
Note: localStorage is technically not a cookie but serves a similar purpose. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not sent to our servers.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do:
- We will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
- For significant changes, we will provide notice via our website
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or similar technologies:
Email: legal@goforshow.io
Operating as: go·for·show
Location: New York City, USA
For more information about how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy.