Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 23, 2026
Prospect Connect Media LLC, operating as EarnItGrid
This Cookie Policy explains how EarnItGrid ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our services. We believe in transparency about our data practices, so we've written this policy in plain language.
The short version: We use cookies to make EarnItGrid work, understand how you use it, and remember your preferences. You can control most cookies through our consent banner or your browser settings.
Table of Contents
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences and settings, which makes your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
Similar technologies include:
- Local Storage: Similar to cookies but can store more data and persists until explicitly cleared
- Session Storage: Data stored only for the duration of your browser session
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images used to track user behavior (often in emails)
When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we mean all of these technologies unless otherwise specified.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for four main purposes:
Essential (Required for the Service)
- Keep you logged in to your account
- Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Enable secure payment processing
Analytics (Understanding Usage)
- Understand how you navigate through the app
- Identify which features are most used
- Detect and fix usability issues
- Improve the overall user experience
Preferences (Remembering Your Choices)
- Remember your theme preference (light/dark mode)
- Store your language preference
- Save your display settings
Marketing (Future Use)
We do not currently use marketing cookies. If we add them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_token | EarnItGrid | Keeps you logged in and authenticates requests | 7 days |
| csrf_token | EarnItGrid | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| consent | EarnItGrid | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| vercel_live_token | Vercel | Enables live preview functionality during development | Session |
Analytics Cookies
We use Microsoft Clarity for analytics. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _clck | Microsoft Clarity | Persists the Clarity User ID and preferences | 1 year |
| _clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Connects multiple page views by a user into a single session | 1 day |
| CLID | Microsoft Clarity | Identifies the first-time Clarity saw this user | 1 year |
| ANONCHK | Microsoft Clarity | Used to store the session ID for the purposes of usage statistics | Session |
| MR | Microsoft Clarity | Used to collect information for analytics purposes | 7 days |
| MUID | Microsoft Clarity | Identifies unique web browsers visiting Microsoft sites | 1 year |
| SM | Microsoft Clarity | Used in synchronizing the MUID across Microsoft domains | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | EarnItGrid | Remembers your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| locale | EarnItGrid | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies.
Microsoft Clarity (Analytics)
We use Microsoft Clarity to understand how users interact with our website. Clarity may record mouse movements, clicks, scrolls, and other interactions. This helps us identify usability issues and improve the user experience.
- Privacy Policy: Microsoft Privacy Statement
- Opt-out: Microsoft Privacy Dashboard
Google (Authentication)
If you sign in with Google, Google may set cookies to manage the authentication process.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various OAuth cookies | Manages Google OAuth authentication flow | Varies |
- Cookie Policy: Google Cookie Policy
Stripe (Payments)
When you make a payment, Stripe sets cookies to process the transaction securely and prevent fraud.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention and detection | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Fraud prevention and detection (session) | 30 minutes |
- Cookie Policy: Stripe Cookie Policy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
1. Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit EarnItGrid, you'll see a cookie consent banner (EU/UK users). You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the button below.
2. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies (note: this may break site functionality)
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- See what cookies are stored and delete specific ones
To find out how to manage cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help section or use the links below:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
3. Third-Party Opt-Outs
You can opt out of specific third-party services directly:
- Microsoft Clarity: Microsoft Privacy Dashboard
- Google: Google Privacy Settings
6. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
| Type | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Deleted when you close your browser | csrf_token, ANONCHK, SM |
| Persistent Cookies | Remain until expiry or manual deletion | session_token, theme, _clck |
7. Cookie Consent by Region
Different regions have different laws about cookies. Here's how we handle consent:
European Union / UK
Under the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, we must obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies. When you visit from the EU/UK:
- You'll see a consent banner on your first visit
- Only essential cookies are set before you make a choice
- Analytics cookies are only loaded after you consent
- You can change your preferences at any time
California (CCPA)
California residents have the right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information collected through cookies. You can still manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Other Regions
For users in other regions, we may set all cookies by default, but you can always manage your preferences through your browser settings.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on EarnItGrid:
| Cookie Type | Impact if Disabled |
|---|---|
| Essential | You won't be able to log in or use most features |
| Analytics | No impact on your experience; we just can't improve based on your usage |
| Preferences | Your theme and language choices won't be remembered |
| Marketing | Not currently used |
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Service
- We may ask you to re-consent to cookies if required
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Questions?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Prospect Connect Media LLC
Operating as EarnItGrid
Email: help@earnitgrid.com
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
11. Quick Reference: All Cookies
Here's a complete list of all cookies used on EarnItGrid:
EarnItGrid Cookies (First-Party)
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_token | Essential | Authentication | 7 days |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security | Session |
| consent | Essential | Cookie consent | 1 year |
| theme | Preferences | Dark/light mode | 1 year |
| locale | Preferences | Language | 1 year |
Microsoft Clarity Cookies (Third-Party)
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _clck | Analytics | User ID persistence | 1 year |
| _clsk | Analytics | Session tracking | 1 day |
| CLID | Analytics | First-time user | 1 year |
| ANONCHK | Analytics | Session ID | Session |
| MR | Analytics | Analytics collection | 7 days |
| MUID | Analytics | Browser identification | 1 year |
| SM | Analytics | MUID sync | Session |
Stripe Cookies (Third-Party)
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Essential | Fraud prevention | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Essential | Fraud prevention | 30 minutes |
Google Cookies (Third-Party)
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAuth cookies | Essential | Authentication | Varies |