Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others are optional.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for Lexlens to function. They cannot be disabled. Without them, you would not be able to sign in or use core features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
session | Authentication — keeps you signed in | 7 days | HTTP-only, Secure |
lexlens_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 365 days | First-party |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
| Cookie / Storage | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
lexstream_token | API authentication token (localStorage) | Until logout | Local Storage |
lexlens_locale | Language preference | Until cleared | Local Storage |
lexlens-offline | Offline article cache (IndexedDB) | 24 hours | IndexedDB |
2.3 Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party service sets cookies on your device. These are loaded only after you give consent.
| Service | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Google reCAPTCHA v3 | Bot protection during sign-in and registration. Sets cookies to analyse browser behaviour and assign a risk score. No personal data is collected. | Google Privacy |
3. Managing Your Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Consent banner — when you first visit Lexlens, you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your choice at any time by clicking the cookie icon in the footer.
- Browser settings — most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in.
- Device settings — on the iOS app, you can clear the offline cache by logging out or reinstalling the app.
4. What We Don't Do
- We do not use advertising or marketing cookies
- We do not use social media tracking pixels
- We do not use analytics cookies (no Google Analytics, no Mixpanel)
- We do not sell cookie data or share it with advertisers
- We do not track you across other websites
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy when we add or remove cookies. The "last updated" date at the top indicates the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated via the consent banner.
6. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at privacy@lexlens.io.
For full details on how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.