Cookie Policy

    Last updated: February 16, 2026

    1. What are Cookies?

    A cookie is a small text file that includes a unique identifier sent by a web server to the browser on your computer, mobile phone, or any other internet-enabled device when you visit an online site. Cookies and similar technologies are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information about your online preferences. For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as "cookies".

    2. How Linmine Uses Cookies

    At Linmine, we prioritize your privacy. Unlike many other platforms, we do not use advertising cookies, third-party tracking pixels, or marketing scripts. We use cookies only to provide, protect, and improve our Service.

    3. Categories of Cookies We Use

    3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

    These cookies are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They are used exclusively for authentication and security.

    • access_token: An HttpOnly, secure authentication cookie that identifies your session. (Expires after 30 minutes).
    • refresh_token: An HttpOnly, secure cookie used to maintain your session securely. (Expires after 7 days).

    Note: These cookies are transmitted only over secure (HTTPS) connections and are not accessible to JavaScript (HttpOnly), protecting you against XSS attacks.

    3.2 Functional Cookies

    These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

    • Preferences: Used to remember your UI settings, such as Dark/Light mode or language preferences.

    3.3 Analytics Cookies (First-Party Only)

    We track page views and feature usage internally to understand how users interact with Linmine.

    • Important: We use first-party analytics only. We do not use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) and do not embed third-party tracking pixels.
    • Control: You can opt out of analytics tracking through your consent preferences in account settings.

    3.4 Third-Party Cookies Set by Integrated Services

    Although we do not use third-party advertising or tracking, some third-party services we use for core functionality may set their own cookies:

    Stripe (Payment Processing):

    When you visit our checkout or billing pages, Stripe may set cookies to:

    • Prevent fraud and secure payment processing
    • Remember your payment methods (if you choose)

    Cookie names: __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid

    Duration: Session / 1 year

    Privacy Policy: stripe.com/cookies-policy

    LinkedIn (OAuth Authentication):

    When you connect your LinkedIn account, LinkedIn may set authentication cookies:

    • Verify your identity during OAuth flow
    • Maintain your LinkedIn session

    Cookie names: li_at, liap, JSESSIONID

    Duration: Session / 1 year

    Privacy Policy: linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy

    Google (OAuth Authentication):

    When you sign in with Google, Google may set authentication cookies:

    • Verify your identity
    • Maintain your Google session

    Cookie names: SID, HSID, SSID

    Duration: Session / 2 years

    Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

    You can block these cookies, but doing so will prevent you from using payment processing (Stripe) or OAuth sign-in (LinkedIn, Google). You will still be able to register with email/password.

    4. No Third-Party Advertising

    We do not sell your data to advertisers and we do not display third-party advertisements. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking technologies, social networking, or targeting cookies for any commercial purpose.

    5. How Can I Manage Cookies?

    You can prevent cookies from being set on your browser at any time. However, please note that by deleting or disabling essential cookies, you will not be able to log in or access the core features of Linmine.

    To manage cookies, consult your browser's 'Help' section:

    6. Cookie Consent Management

    For European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Switzerland Users:

    In compliance with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, we provide a cookie consent banner when you first visit our website. You can:

    • Accept all cookies
    • Reject non-essential cookies (only Strictly Necessary cookies will be set)
    • Customize your preferences

    Your cookie preferences are stored locally in your browser and do not require an account.

    Changing Your Preferences:

    You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

    1. Clearing your browser cookies (this will reset your preferences)
    2. Using the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer
    3. Adjusting preferences in your Account Settings (if logged in)

    Cookie Consent for Authenticated Features:

    When you create an account, you can manage additional consent preferences in your Account Settings:

    • Analytics tracking (page views and feature usage)
    • Marketing emails and product updates
    • LinkedIn data synchronization frequency

    These preferences are stored in your account and apply across all your devices.

    Impact of Rejecting Cookies:

    If you reject non-essential cookies:

    • ✅ You can still use all core features of the Service
    • ✅ Authentication will work normally
    • ✅ Payment processing will work normally
    • ❌ We cannot remember your UI preferences (theme, language)
    • ❌ We cannot provide usage analytics to improve the Service

    7. Contact Us

    If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: [email protected]