Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 1, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Droploud uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our platform at droploud.com.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site operators. We also use localStorage and sessionStorage, which function similarly.

Essential Cookies

These are required for the platform to function and cannot be disabled.

Name	Purpose	Duration
dw_token	Authentication token (localStorage)	7 days
dw_sid	Download gate session ID (sessionStorage)	Session
dw_cookie_consent	Remembers your cookie preferences	1 year

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the platform by collecting anonymized information. They are only set if you consent.

Provider	Purpose
Google AdSense	Advertising and analytics (when enabled)

Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services we integrate with may set their own cookies:

Stripe: payment processing (set during checkout only)
SoundCloud: embedded player widget

Managing Your Preferences

When you first visit Droploud, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the platform.

Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact privacy@droploud.com