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Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and activity. We also use similar technologies such as browser local storage.
2. Cookies We Use
The table below lists the cookies and storage mechanisms used on AP World Prep:
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| __clerk_db_jwt, __session | Clerk | Authentication session management | Strictly necessary | Session |
| __client_uat | Clerk | Auth state timestamp | Strictly necessary | Session |
| cookie-consent | AP World Prep | Stores your cookie consent preference | Strictly necessary | 1 year |
| apworld-flashcards | AP World Prep (localStorage) | Spaced-repetition review state for flashcards | Functional | Persistent |
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics | Anonymous usage analytics | Analytics (requires consent) | Up to 2 years |
3. Cookie Categories
- Strictly necessary — required for the site to function (authentication, consent storage). These do not require your consent.
- Functional — enhance your experience, such as remembering flashcard progress in your browser.
- Analytics — help us understand how visitors use the site. These are only activated after you give explicit consent.
4. Managing Your Cookies
You can control cookies in the following ways:
- Cookie banner — when you first visit AP World Prep a banner lets you accept all cookies or limit them to necessary ones only. You can reset your choice by clearing the
cookie-consentcookie in your browser settings. - Browser settings — most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that blocking necessary cookies may prevent you from signing in.
- Local storage — you can clear localStorage data via your browser's developer tools (usually under Application > Local Storage).
5. More Information
For details on how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@apworldprep.com.