Legal

Cookie Policy

Learn how Jyv Desktop uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.

Last updated: December 1, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies help us understand how you use our website and application, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.

How Jyv Desktop Uses Cookies

Jyv Desktop and our website use cookies for several purposes. Below is a detailed breakdown of the types of cookies we use and why we use them.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas access, and authentication. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

session_idMaintains user sessionSession

csrf_tokenSecurity - prevents CSRF attacksSession

auth_tokenAuthentication status30 days

Functional

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or third-party providers whose services we use on our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

theme_preferenceRemembers dark/light mode preference1 year

languageStores language preference1 year

recent_searchesStores recent search queries30 days

Analytics

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website and our services.

_gaGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users2 years

_gidGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users24 hours

_plausiblePlausible Analytics - page viewsSession

Marketing

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user. These cookies are set by our advertising partners.

_fbpFacebook Pixel - ad targeting90 days

_gcl_auGoogle Ads - conversion tracking90 days

Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our website, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner.
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies.
Third-Party Tools: You can opt out of certain third-party cookies through services like the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to access certain parts of our website or use certain features.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

Manage cookies in Chrome settings

Mozilla Firefox

Clear cookies and site data

Apple Safari

Manage cookies in Safari

Microsoft Edge

Delete cookies in Edge

Cookies in Jyv Desktop Application

The Jyv Desktop application itself uses minimal cookies. We primarily use local storage for saving your preferences and settings. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly enable cloud sync features.

When you sign in to your Jyv account within the application, we use secure authentication tokens stored locally to maintain your session. These tokens are encrypted and do not contain any personal information.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: privacy@jyv.ai

Address: Jyv Inc., 123 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102