Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 11, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
OneTube (onetube.io) uses a minimal number of cookies, primarily for authentication and remembering your preferences. We do not use any third-party analytics or advertising cookies.
2. Cookies We Use
The following table lists all cookies used by our service:
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| auth_token | HttpOnly | Authenticates your session after login via Google OAuth | Session | Essential |
| cookie_consent | Client-side | Stores your cookie preferences (which categories you accepted or declined) | 1 year | Essential |
| sidebar_state | Client-side | Remembers whether the dashboard sidebar is open or collapsed | 7 days | Functional |
3. Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They enable core features such as authentication and security. These cookies cannot be disabled as the service would not work without them.
Under the ePrivacy Directive, essential cookies are exempt from the consent requirement because they are necessary for a service explicitly requested by the user.
4. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience. These cookies are optional — the service works without them, but you may need to re-adjust your preferences on each visit.
Currently, the only functional cookie we use is sidebar_state, which remembers whether your dashboard sidebar is expanded or collapsed.
5. Server-Side Data Collection
In addition to cookies, our server logs certain information when you interact with the service. This is not stored in cookies but is collected server-side for security and service improvement purposes:
- IP Address: Logged with each action for security monitoring and abuse prevention
- User Agent: Your browser and device information, logged for compatibility and security
- Action Logs: Records of actions you perform (e.g., adding channels, viewing analytics) for audit and troubleshooting
For more details on how we collect and process your data, please see our Privacy Policy.
6. Managing Your Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Cookie Consent Banner: Appears on your first visit, allowing you to accept all cookies, accept essential only, or customize your preferences
- Cookie Preferences Link: Available in the footer of every page, allowing you to change your preferences at any time
- Browser Settings: You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from logging in
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we make changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@onetube.io