Cookie Policy
Version 1.0 | Last Updated: February 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Lifestream Vault ("the Service") uses cookies and similar technologies.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They allow websites to remember your preferences and recognize your device on subsequent visits.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
ls_vault_refresh | Authentication refresh token (httpOnly) | 7 days |
ls_vault_cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance the user experience by remembering your preferences.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
ls_vault_user | Cached user profile (localStorage) | Session |
ls_vault_theme | Theme preference (localStorage) | Persistent |
ls_vault_editor_mode | Editor mode preference (localStorage) | Persistent |
2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Service. These are only set with your explicit consent.
Currently, we do not use third-party analytics services. If we introduce analytics in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.
3. How to Manage Cookies
3.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit the Service, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including optional ones
- Essential Only: Only allow cookies necessary for the Service to function
- Manage Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
3.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Note: Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from using the Service.
3.3 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing the
ls_vault_cookie_consententry from your browser's localStorage - The cookie consent banner will reappear on your next visit
4. Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. If you sign in using Google OAuth, Google may set its own cookies subject to Google's Cookie Policy.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
6. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at: