Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 22, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use it, and improve your experience. Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others are optional and require your consent.
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit MonkeysWorks, a cookie banner allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time:
Method 2: Use your browser's built-in cookie settings to block or delete specific cookies.
Method 3: Use browser extensions like "Privacy Badger" or "uBlock Origin" for granular control.
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveRequired for basic Platform functionality. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| mw_session | Maintains your login session | Session | MonkeysWorks |
| mw_csrf | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | MonkeysWorks |
| mw_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | MonkeysWorks |
| __stripe_mid | Payment fraud prevention | 1 year | Stripe |
| __stripe_sid | Payment session identification | Session | Stripe |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalHelp us understand how visitors interact with our Platform to improve the experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years | |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for page view tracking | 24 hours | |
| _gat | Throttles analytics request rate | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies
OptionalEnable enhanced functionality like chat support, preferences, and personalized features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| mw_theme | Stores your display theme preference | 1 year | MonkeysWorks |
| mw_lang | Stores your language preference | 1 year | MonkeysWorks |
| mw_sidebar | Dashboard sidebar state | 1 year | MonkeysWorks |
Marketing Cookies
OptionalUsed to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. Currently not in use.
No marketing cookies are currently in use.
Third-Party Cookies & Opt-Out
Google Analytics: You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. We use IP anonymization (anonymize_ip) to mask the last octet of your IP address before it is stored. Stripe: Payment cookies are strictly necessary and cannot be disabled while using payment features. Learn more at Stripe's Privacy Policy.
Do Not Track (DNT)
We honor Do Not Track browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we treat it as equivalent to rejecting non-essential cookies and will not load analytics or marketing cookies.
Contact
For questions about our cookie practices, contact us at privacy@monkeysworks.com.