Last updated: January 9, 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how Pearl Tech Inc. ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://www.joinpearlai.com and any related web pages, services, and (when available) mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"). This Policy should be read with our Privacy Policy and Terms.
We use a Consent Management Platform (CMP) to manage your choices. You can review or change your choices at any time in our [Cookie Preferences].
Cookies can be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by others, e.g., analytics or ad partners). Cookies can be session (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remain until they expire or you delete them).
Cookies are small text files placed on your browser or device that store certain information.
Local storage / session storage, pixels, tags, web beacons, and device identifiers are similar technologies.
On mobile apps, cookies may be functionally replaced by SDKs that collect or store device signals and identifiers.
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Some cookies may constitute "selling" or "sharing" personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising under certain US state laws (see §8).
Operate the Services (secure login, session continuity, load balancing, DDoS/WAF protection).
Remember preferences (language, theme, layout).
Measure usage (performance, funnels, crash diagnostics).
Improve product features (A/B testing, personalization).
(Optional) Advertise and measure marketing performance, including retargeting (only with your consent where required).
| Category | Purpose | Examples of Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Core functionality: authentication, security, fraud prevention, load balancing, cookie consent logging. Cannot be disabled within our systems. | First-party session/auth cookies; Cloudflare (e.g., `__cf_bm`, `cf_clearance`); CMP consent cookies |
| Performance & Analytics | Understand usage and improve the Services: page views, feature use, funnels, latency, errors/crashes. | Amplitude, Mixpanel, Google Analytics, Sentry |
| Functionality | Remember settings like language, theme, chart preferences, and UI layout. | First-party preference cookies/local storage |
| Advertising & Targeting (if enabled) | Show relevant ads, retarget site visitors, measure campaigns. | Google Ads, Meta/Facebook (`_fbp`), other ad platforms |
(Actual cookies/identifiers vary by browser, device, region, and your choices. See the live list in [Cookie Preferences].)
| Name (or pattern) | Provider | Category | Purpose | Typical Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| `session_id`, `auth_token` | Pearl Tech Inc. | Strictly Necessary | Secure login and session continuity | Session |
| `cookie_consent`, `cmp_*` | Our CMP | Strictly Necessary | Records consent choices | 6–24 months |
| `__cf_bm`, `cf_clearance` | Cloudflare | Strictly Necessary | Bot mitigation, WAF, DDoS, edge caching | 30 min – 1 year |
| `_ga`, `_ga_*` | Google Analytics | Analytics | Usage analytics and metrics | Up to 2 years |
| `amplitude_*` / `AMP_*` | Amplitude | Analytics | Product analytics (events, funnels) | Varies (often 1 year) |
| `mp_*_mixpanel` | Mixpanel | Analytics | Product analytics (events, cohorts) | 1 year |
| `sentry_*` | Sentry | Performance | Error/crash monitoring | Session–90 days |
| `_fbp` | Meta/Facebook | Ads/Targeting | Retargeting/measurement | ~3 months |
| `_gcl_au`, `IDE` | Google Ads | Ads/Targeting | Ad conversion and measurement | ~3 months–2 years |
| `pref_*` | Pearl Tech Inc. | Functionality | Language, theme, chart settings | 6–12 months |
Cookie Preferences (Recommended): Manage categories and withdraw consent anytime via [Cookie Preferences]. Non-essential tags/scripts will be blocked until you consent (in regions where required).
Browser Controls: Most browsers let you block/delete cookies. Blocking essential cookies may break core features.
Analytics Opt-Outs:
• Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Ad Choices (US/EU):
• NAI: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
• DAA: https://optout.aboutads.info/
• EDAA (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
Mobile Ads (Apps): Use your device settings (e.g., "Limit Ad Tracking," "Allow Apps to Request to Track").
Global Privacy Control (GPC): Where required by law, we treat a valid GPC signal as an opt-out of sale/share for cookie-based advertising.
We use strictly necessary cookies on the basis of legitimate interests (or equivalent).
We use non-essential cookies (analytics, ads) only with your consent via the CMP.
You may withdraw consent at any time via [Cookie Preferences]. Consent records are retained for compliance.
Cookie lifespans vary (see §4). Consent records are typically retained up to 24 months or as required by law. You can delete cookies earlier in your browser settings.
Some cookie uses may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information or "targeted advertising" under certain US state privacy laws. To opt out:
Use [Cookie Preferences] to disable Advertising/Targeting cookies; and/or
Use the GPC browser signal; and/or
Visit our Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.
Some providers (e.g., Google, Amplitude, Mixpanel, Cloudflare) may process cookie data in the United States and other countries. Where required, we rely on appropriate transfer mechanisms (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) and additional safeguards. Details are in our Privacy Policy.
We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. For material changes, we may also display a notice or request consent again where required.
For questions about this Cookies Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Pearl Tech Inc.
701 Brazos St, Austin, Texas USA 🇺🇸
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.joinpearlai.com