Last updated: June 2026
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website or use an application. They help websites and apps remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide a personalized experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how Shouht ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (Shouht.com) and mobile applications. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to your actions, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| auth_token | Stores your authentication session to keep you logged in | 7 days |
| session_id | Maintains your session state across pages | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| location_enabled | Remembers if you enabled location services | 30 days |
| notification_prefs | Stores your notification preferences | 1 year |
| distance_filter | Remembers your feed distance filter setting | 30 days |
These cookies are used by our advertising partners to show relevant advertisements on our platform. Personalized advertising cookies are only active if you have consented to advertising cookies and have not enabled Do Not Sell or Global Privacy Control.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid | Analytics and advertising measurement | 2 years / 24 hours | |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Ad targeting and measurement | 1 year |
| NID | Stores preferences and other information | 6 months |
Note: Premium subscribers do not see ad slots. If you disable advertising cookies or enable Do Not Sell, eligible non-premium ad slots use non-personalized/contextual ads instead of personalized ads.
We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies on your device:
If you sign in with Google OAuth, Google may set cookies to maintain your authentication state. Google AdSense/AdMob also uses cookies and mobile identifiers for advertising purposes. On the web, we use Google Consent Mode so Google ad storage, ad user data, ad personalization, and analytics storage default to denied before your preferences are known. On mobile, we use Google's User Messaging Platform before requesting AdMob ads. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
When you make a payment, Stripe may set cookies to process transactions securely and prevent fraud. For more information, visit Stripe's Privacy Policy.
We use Firebase Cloud Messaging for push notifications and phone verification. Firebase may use identifiers stored on your device. For more information, visit Firebase's Privacy Policy.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
Shouht does not show a first-visit cookie banner. If you create an account, you can manage functional and advertising cookie preferences in Settings. You can also use browser settings, device ad settings, Do Not Sell, and Global Privacy Control where available.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to modify cookie settings in common browsers:
On mobile devices, you can control advertising identifiers through your device settings:
If your browser sends a Global Privacy Control signal, we treat it as a Do Not Sell opt-out on the web and use non-personalized or contextual ads for eligible non-premium ad placements.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through:
If you choose to disable certain cookies, please be aware that some features of our service may not function properly:
Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
We respect your cookie preferences and your Global Privacy Control signal when available. If you disable advertising cookies, enable Do Not Sell, or send Global Privacy Control, we will not use cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising, regardless of DNT settings.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: