Last updated: 12 September 2026
Overview
Shoutr uses cookies and browser storage to operate the service and, with your consent, to remember optional preferences. We do not use advertising or third-party analytics cookies on this application.
What you can choose
- Essential — always active. Required for sign-in and wallet authentication.
- Preferences (functional) — optional. Remembers UI choices such as mobile sidebar state and theme. You can refuse these and still use Shoutr.
Cookies and storage we use
| Name | Type | Purpose | Max. duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| auth_token | Essential (HTTP cookie) | Keeps you signed in after wallet login | 7 days |
| siwe_nonce | Essential (HTTP cookie) | Temporary nonce for Sign-In with Ethereum (prevents replay attacks) | 10 minutes |
| sidebar:state | Preferences (HTTP cookie) | Remembers whether the mobile navigation drawer was open | 7 days |
| theme | Preferences (local storage) | Stores light / dark / system theme choice | Until cleared |
| shoutr_cookie_consent | Essential (local storage) | Records your cookie consent choice and version | Until cleared |
Third parties
Embedded content (for example YouTube or Vimeo previews in shouts) may set their own cookies if you interact with those embeds. Those providers are responsible for their own notices and policies.
Changing your choice
Use the cookie banner when it appears, or open Settings → Cookie preferences in the app to update functional cookies at any time. You can also clear cookies in your browser settings.
Legal basis (EEA / UK / Switzerland)
Essential cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in providing a secure, functioning service and, where applicable, to perform our contract with you. Preference cookies are used only with your consent, which you may withdraw at any time without affecting essential features.