Last Updated: May 15, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website or use our platform. They help .git recognize your browser, remember your preferences, secure your session, and analyze how our services are used. We also use similar technologies like web beacons and local storage where appropriate.
Cookie Categories
We classify cookies based on their function and whether your consent is required. Below is a detailed breakdown of each category.
Strictly Necessary Cookies Required
These cookies are essential for the operation of the .git platform. They enable core functionalities such as authentication, session management, security, and load balancing. They cannot be disabled in our systems.
Purpose
Session management, security, CSRF protection, load balancing
Duration
Session-based or up to 30 days
Performance & Analytics Cookies Optional
These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated data about how users interact with our platform. They help us measure traffic, identify errors, optimize performance, and improve developer experience.
Purpose
Traffic analysis, error tracking, feature usage metrics
Duration
13 months to 2 years
Functional Cookies Optional
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized experience. This includes UI themes, language settings, dashboard layout, and notification preferences.
Purpose
User preferences, accessibility settings, theme memory
Duration
1 year or until manually cleared
Advertising & Marketing Cookies Optional
These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. They may also be shared with trusted third-party advertising partners.
Purpose
Campaign tracking, conversion measurement, ad personalization
Duration
30 days to 13 months
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by external services that provide features on our platform, such as embedded documentation viewers, support chat widgets, and analytics providers. These partners operate under strict data processing agreements and are required to comply with applicable privacy laws.
Detailed Cookie Inventory
| Cookie Name |
Provider |
Purpose |
Duration |
| git_session_id |
.git |
Maintains user session state |
Session |
| git_csrf_token |
.git |
Prevents cross-site request forgery |
Session |
| git_ui_prefs |
.git |
Stores theme, language, and layout settings |
1 year |
| _ga, _gid |
Google Analytics |
Anonymous traffic & behavior analysis |
2 years / 24h |
| _fbp, _fbt |
Meta |
Ad campaign attribution |
3 months / 3 months |
How to Manage Cookies
You have full control over how cookies are used on your device. You can adjust your preferences at any time through our cookie consent manager or your browser settings.
- Use the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer to toggle optional categories
- Configure your browser to block, delete, or notify you of cookies
- Install browser extensions that enforce strict tracking protection
- Note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies may limit platform functionality
Updates to This Policy
We may update this page to reflect changes in our technology, legal requirements, or business practices. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will indicate when it was most recently revised. Material changes will be communicated via in-app notice or email where applicable.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices, data processing, or privacy compliance, please reach out to our Privacy Team at privacy@git.dev or via our support portal.