1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies include local storage and session storage in your browser. This policy explains how Kissend uses these technologies.
2. Where we use them
Marketing site (kissend.com) — We use Google Analytics 4 (measurement ID
G-GWYKEKYH1E) to understand aggregated site usage (pages visited, general traffic). We do not use third-party
advertising or retargeting cookies on kissend.com.
Web app (app.kissend.com) — The chat application uses browser storage to keep you signed in, remember preferences, and support optional PIN lock.
3. Types of storage we use
Marketing site (kissend.com)
| Cookie / identifier | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_* |
Google Analytics | Distinguish visitors and measure page views | Up to 2 years (Google default) |
Web app (app.kissend.com)
| Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|
auth_token, refresh_token |
localStorage | Until logout or expiry |
cv_theme (light / dark / system) |
localStorage | Until cleared |
cv_pin_hash, cv_pin_salt, cv_app_lock_enabled, cv_auto_lock_ms, cv_locked_chat_ids |
localStorage | Until removed in Settings |
cv_session_app_unlocked, cv_session_unlocked_chats, cv_session_last_active, cv_pin_lockout_until |
sessionStorage | Until tab close or logout |
We do not use your PIN lock data for analytics or advertising. It never leaves your browser.
4. Third parties
On kissend.com we use Google Analytics for aggregated site analytics and may load fonts from Google Fonts. We do not use advertising networks, retargeting pixels, or social media tracking on the marketing site. When you use the app, API requests go to our servers.
5. Your choices
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or block analytics cookies in your browser
- Clear site data in your browser settings to remove stored tokens and preferences
- Use private/incognito mode (you will need to sign in each session)
- Disable cookies in browser settings — note this may prevent the app from working correctly
6. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy. Check this page for the latest version.
7. Contact
Questions: [email protected]