Cookie Policy for AmericaVoxPop.com

This Cookie Policy outlines how AmericaVoxPop LLC ("we," "us," or "our") employs cookies and similar tracking technologies on our membership-based platform, AmericaVoxPop.com. By using our services, you consent to the deployment of cookies as described below. For comprehensive details on data handling, review our Privacy Policy.

1. Definition and Purpose of Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when accessing websites. These files enable platforms like AmericaVoxPop.com to authenticate users, retain preferences, and enhance security for membership accounts. They are integral to delivering personalized experiences, such as saved login credentials and tailored content recommendations.

2. Categories of Cookies and Storage Technologies

2.1 Essential Authentication Cookies
Critical for core membership functionalities:

accessToken (HttpOnly cookie): Authenticates API requests. Expires after 1 hour, or 7 days if "Remember Me" is selected at login.
refreshToken (HttpOnly cookie, path restricted to /api/auth): Used to obtain new access tokens without re-entering credentials. Expires after 30 days, or at browser session end if "Remember Me" is not selected.
csrfToken (JS-readable cookie): Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks. Expires after 4 hours.

These cookies cannot be disabled without breaking authentication and platform functionality.

2.2 Performance Analytics Cookies
Collect aggregated data to optimize service delivery:

Google Analytics 4: Tracks traffic patterns, feature usage, and demographic trends via _ga (2-year lifespan) and _gid (24-hour lifespan) cookies.

Analytics data is anonymized and never linked to individual member profiles.

2.3 Browser Storage (Session & Local Storage)
The following data may be stored locally in your browser (not transmitted as cookies):

Session storage: Temporary navigation state such as redirect paths after login. This data is cleared when the browser tab is closed.
Local storage: Cross-tab synchronization signals (e.g., logout events) to keep your session consistent across browser tabs. No authentication tokens or personal data are stored in local storage.

3. Cookie Lifespan and Governance

Cookie / Storage	Duration	Purpose
accessToken	1 hour (7 days with Remember Me)	Authenticate API requests
refreshToken	30 days (session-only without Remember Me)	Obtain new access tokens without re-login
csrfToken	4 hours	Prevent cross-site request forgery
`_ga` (Google Analytics)	2 years	Distinguish unique visitors
`_gid` (Google Analytics)	24 hours	Distinguish unique visitors (short-term)

4. Managing Cookies

Essential cookies (authentication) cannot be disabled without breaking core platform functionality. If you disable these cookies, you will not be able to log in or use member features.

Google Analytics cookies can be opted out of via:

Your browser's cookie settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
The Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

No cookies on this site collect sensitive information (e.g., political views, biometric data). We do not use advertising or retargeting cookies.

5. Third-Party Data Sharing

Cookie and analytics data is never sold. Anonymized or necessary data may be shared with the following service providers:

Google Analytics: Anonymized website traffic analysis
Sentry: Error monitoring and application stability (collects technical error data, not personal information)
AWS: Cloud infrastructure and secure data storage
QuickBooks: Payment processing for subscription billing

All partners are contractually bound to handle data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

6. Policy Updates and Member Notification

Revisions are posted quarterly, with material changes communicated via:

Email alerts: Sent to active members 10 days prior to implementation.
Version history: Accessible in the Policy Archive.