Last updated: January 15, 2025. All cookies and local storage items we use and why.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar storage mechanisms Frontend Forever uses, why we use them, and how you can control them.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. We also use localStorage(browser storage), which functions similarly to cookies but is not sent to our servers automatically.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| access_token | Essential | Authenticates your session. HttpOnly — cannot be read by JavaScript. | 15 minutes |
| refresh_token | Essential | Used to renew your session without re-logging in. HttpOnly. | 30 days |
| theme | Preference | Remembers your dark/light theme preference. | 1 year |
We also store the following in your browser's localStorage:
| Key | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ff_user | Stores your public profile data (username, avatar URL) for faster UI rendering. |
When you sign in with Google or GitHub, Firebase Authentication (operated by Google LLC) may set cookies in your browser to manage the OAuth flow. These cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
We do not use any advertising, marketing, or third-party tracking cookies. We do not share cookie data with advertisers.
You can clear cookies and localStorage at any time via your browser's settings. Please note:
For more information, see our Privacy Policy.