Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 2025 — Version 1.1

This policy covers cookies and similar tracking technologies used by CareerVidz Talent (operated by Intelligent HQ Ltd).

1. What Are Cookies & Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use localStorage and sessionStorage (browser-side storage technologies) to store preferences and session data. These are collectively referred to as "cookies and storage" in this policy.

2. Essential Cookies & Storage (Always Active)

These are strictly necessary for the platform to function. They cannot be disabled. Without them, you cannot log in, complete a purchase, or use the platform.

Cookie / Storage Key	Provider	Purpose	Duration
base44_session / auth token	Base44 (platform infrastructure)	Maintains your login session and authentication state	Session / up to 30 days
base44_app_*	Base44	Platform application state, routing, and security tokens	Session
cv_consent_record	CareerVidz Talent (localStorage)	Stores your cookie and consent choices locally	12 months
cv_affiliate_ref	CareerVidz Talent (localStorage)	Tracks affiliate referral code for commission attribution	30 days
__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid	Stripe	Fraud prevention and secure payment processing	Session / 1 year

3. Analytics Cookies (Optional — Consent Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the platform so we can improve it. They are only set after you accept analytics cookies via our cookie banner.

Cookie / Storage Key	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users; assigns a random identifier	2 years
_ga_XXXXXX	Google Analytics	Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users (short-term)	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate to Google Analytics	1 minute

Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC. IP addresses are anonymised before transmission. Google may process data in the United States under Standard Contractual Clauses. See Google's Privacy Policy for details.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services may set their own cookies when you interact with embedded content or payment flows:

Stripe — sets cookies during checkout for fraud prevention and session security. Governed by Stripe's Cookie Policy.
Vimeo — if the platform embeds video content, Vimeo may set cookies. Governed by Vimeo's Cookie Policy.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose to:

Accept all cookies (including analytics)
Reject non-essential cookies (essential cookies only)
Customise your preferences by category

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the site footer. Your choices are stored in your browser's localStorage.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Instructions for major browsers:

Note: disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in or using protected features of the platform.

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals. We currently do not alter our data collection practices in response to these signals, as there is no industry-wide standard. You can manage your preferences using the cookie banner or browser settings described above.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page. Where changes are material, we will update the version date and notify registered users.

8. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies: support@careervidztalent.com

We use essential cookies to operate the platform and optional analytics cookies to improve it. Learn more.