Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how DriftRail Inc. ("DriftRail," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at driftrail.com and use our services. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
Similar technologies include:
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists until cleared
- Session Storage: Data stored temporarily for a single browser session
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images used to track user behavior
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the site to work.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
__clerk_* |
Authentication and session management | Session / 1 year |
dr_cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our website and services.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
dr_visitor |
Anonymous visitor identification for analytics | Persistent (localStorage) |
dr_session |
Session tracking for page view analytics | Session (sessionStorage) |
Note: Analytics cookies are only set if you consent to them. We use our own first-party analytics system rather than third-party services like Google Analytics.
3. Your Cookie Choices
3.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics
- Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to enable
3.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer
- Using your browser settings to manage or delete cookies
- Clearing your browser's local storage and session storage
3.3 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Receive a notification when a cookie is set
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.
For more information on managing cookies in your browser:
4. Third-Party Cookies
We minimize the use of third-party cookies. However, some third-party services we use may set their own cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | Authentication | View Policy |
| Stripe | Payment processing | View Policy |
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Because there is no common standard for DNT signals, our website does not currently respond to DNT browser settings. However, you can use our cookie consent controls to manage tracking on our site.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: support@driftrail.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry