Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 20, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site operators. We also use similar technologies such as local storage.
How We Use Cookies
Present Value uses a minimal set of cookies, in two categories: essential cookies, which the site needs in order to work, and analytics cookies, which are set only if you accept them. We do not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __clerk_* | Authentication session management (Clerk) | Session |
| theme | Remembers your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| __next_* | Next.js framework cookies for routing and caching | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers whether you accepted or declined analytics cookies | 6 months |
Analytics Cookies
With your permission, we use Google Analytics to count visits and see which pages are read. These cookies are off by default. Nothing from Google Analytics is loaded, and none of its cookies are set, unless you choose “Accept” on the cookie banner.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: tells one visitor from another | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics: keeps track of a visit (session) | 2 years |
You can change your choice at any time with the “Manage Cookies” link in the footer of any page. If you decline after having accepted, we stop sending data to Google Analytics and delete its cookies from your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
Our authentication provider (Clerk) may set cookies necessary for secure sign-in. These cookies are governed by Clerk’s own cookie and privacy policies. If you accept analytics cookies, Google Analytics sets the cookies listed above, governed by Google’s privacy policy. We do not allow any third party to set cookies on our site for advertising purposes.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of the website from functioning correctly, particularly authentication features.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to persist your theme preference (light or dark mode). Local storage data remains until explicitly cleared by you through your browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: privacy@presentvalue.ai