COOKIE POLICY
Effective Date: April 23, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains the use of cookies and similar technologies on the FictionMe website (the "Website"). It describes the types of cookies we use, the purpose of their use, and the legal basis for processing your data. For detailed information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our "Privacy Policy".
By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, except for cookies strictly necessary for the operation of the Website, which do not require consent.
2. What is a Cookie?
A "cookie" is a small text file that is stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help identify your device and remember your preferences, login information, and interactions with the Website. Cookies may be placed by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party service providers (third-party cookies).
Other similar technologies include localStorage, web beacons, and scripts that may collect information about your device or interactions with the Website.
3. Categories of Cookies and Legal Basis
| Category | Purpose | Example Cookies | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for secure login, authentication, and essential functionality | auth-token, refresh-token, funnel_redirect_url | Contractual Necessity (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) |
| Functional | Store user preferences and personalization | show-cookies-banner, udid | Consent or Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(a, f) GDPR) |
| Analytics / Performance | Track user behavior to improve Website and measure performance | analytic, _ga, _gat | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) |
| Marketing / Advertising | Deliver personalized ads and track ad campaigns | _fm_source, _fm_campaign, fbclid, _fbp, _fbc, sc_cid, _scid | Explicit Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) |
| Other / Third-Party Scripts | Third-party tools like Firebase, Microsoft Clarity, Google Tag Manager | Session & localStorage data, conversion tracking | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) |
4. First-Party Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| auth-token | Stores user access token for authentication | Session |
| refresh-token | Stores refresh token for access token renewal | Session |
| _fm_source | Stores UTM source parameter (marketing attribution) | Persistent |
| _fm_campaign | Stores UTM campaign parameter (marketing attribution) | Persistent |
| funnel_start_time | Records when user enters payment funnel | 15 minutes |
| funnel_redirect_url | Redirect URL after successful payment | Session |
| analytic | Stores ad platform the user came from (Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, Google, Pinterest, NewsBreak) | Session |
5. Third-Party Cookies
| Provider | Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meta / Facebook | fbclid | Click ID for conversion tracking | Managed by Facebook |
| Meta / Facebook | _fbp | Facebook Pixel identifier | 90 days |
| Meta / Facebook | _fbc | Facebook Conversion Browser ID | Managed by Facebook |
| Snapchat | sc_cid, _scid | Conversion tracking & marketing | Managed by Snapchat |
| Google Tag Manager | _ga, _gat, _gid and other Google analytical identifiers | Analytics & marketing | ~2 years |
| Microsoft Clarity | Clarity session cookies | Session recording & heatmaps | Session |
| Amplitude | Session cookies & localStorage | Analytics & session replay | Session / Persistent |
| Firebase | Firebase session cookies | Social login (Google, Facebook, Apple) | Session |
6. Local Storage
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| show-cookies-banner | Tracks whether to show the cookie consent banner | Persistent |
| udid | Unique device identifier (UUID v4) | Persistent |
7. How We Use Cookies
- Authentication & Security: Cookies ensure secure login and session management.
- Analytics & Research: Cookies help us understand user behavior and improve the Website.
- Advertising & Marketing: Cookies enable delivery of relevant ads and track ad performance.
- Functional Features: Cookies allow personalization and store preferences.
All cookies collected that involve personal data are processed according to our "Privacy Policy".
8. Managing Your Cookies
You can withdraw consent or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings. Limiting cookies may affect functionality, personalization, and analytics tracking.
Browser-specific instructions:
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/products/firefox/cookies
- Safari (Web & iOS): https://support.apple.com/kb/PH21411
- Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/products/windows?os=windows-10
- Android: Browser-specific settings
9. International Data Transfers
We may transfer your personal data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including to jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection as within the EEA.
In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. These safeguards may include:
- the use of Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission;
- reliance on adequacy decisions adopted by the European Commission for certain countries; or
- other legally recognized transfer mechanisms where applicable.
Where required, we take additional measures to ensure that your personal data remains protected in line with EU data protection standards.
10. Withdrawal of Consent
You can withdraw your consent for functional, analytics, and marketing cookies at any time by adjusting your device or browser settings. Cookies required for essential functions will remain active, as they are necessary for the operation of the Website.
11. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or your personal data, contact us at: [email protected].