Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate you, and analyze how you use the site.

2. How We Use Cookies

IndieMoves.ai uses cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Secure your account and prevent fraud
  • Analyze how our platform is used
  • Improve platform performance and user experience

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
session_id Maintains your login session Session IndieMoves.ai
auth_token Authenticates your identity 30 days IndieMoves.ai
csrf_token Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks Session IndieMoves.ai
__cflb Load balancing and security Session Cloudflare
__cf_bm Bot detection and security 30 minutes Cloudflare

Legal Basis: Contractual necessity and legitimate interest (security)

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our platform.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_ga Distinguishes unique users 2 years Google Analytics
_ga_* Maintains session state 2 years Google Analytics
_gid Distinguishes users 24 hours Google Analytics
_gat Throttles request rate 1 minute Google Analytics

What We Track:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • User interactions (clicks, scrolls)
  • Device and browser information
  • Referral sources
  • Anonymous usage patterns

Legal Basis: Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a))

Note: Google Analytics is configured with IP anonymization to protect your privacy.

3.3 Preference Cookies (Optional)

These cookies remember your choices and preferences.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year IndieMoves.ai
theme_preference Remembers dark/light mode setting 1 year IndieMoves.ai
language Stores language preference 1 year IndieMoves.ai

Legal Basis: Consent or legitimate interest (improving user experience)

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our platform. Google Analytics cookies are set by Google LLC, a company based in the United States.

Data Transfers: Data may be transferred to the US under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics:

4.2 Cloudflare

Cloudflare provides content delivery and security services. Cloudflare cookies are essential for protecting our platform from attacks and ensuring fast loading times.

Cloudflare's Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit IndieMoves.ai, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences

5.2 Change Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
  • Visiting your account settings
  • Clearing cookies through your browser settings

5.3 Browser Controls

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Platform.

6. Cookie Lifespan

Cookie Type Duration
Session cookies Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
Essential cookies Session to 30 days
Analytics cookies 1 minute to 2 years
Preference cookies 1 year

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for DNT signals. We respond to DNT signals by not setting analytics cookies when DNT is enabled.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Withdraw consent: Stop non-essential cookies at any time
  • Access: Request information about cookies we use
  • Deletion: Delete cookies through your browser or our settings
  • Object: Object to use of cookies for analytics

To exercise these rights, visit our Cookie Settings or contact us at [privacy@indiemovies.ai].

9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not provide any personal information through cookies.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Displaying a notice on the Platform
  • Re-requesting consent for cookie use (if required)

11. More Information

For more details about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

For questions about cookies:


Quick Summary

Essential Cookies: Required for login, security, and basic functionality ✓
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics for usage insights (optional, requires your consent)
Your Control: You can accept, reject, or customize cookies at any time

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