Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 6, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how vidstations.tv ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar storage technologies when you visit our Service. By continuing to use the Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to site owners. We also use browser localStorage and sessionStorage for similar purposes.
2. Cookies We Use
Essential / Functional
These are required for the Service to operate and cannot be disabled.
| Name / Key | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| firebase:authUser:* | Firebase / Google | Stores your authenticated session so you stay logged in between visits. |
| theme | vidstations.tv | Remembers your light/dark theme preference (localStorage). |
YouTube (Third-Party)
When a video plays, the YouTube IFrame Player API loads content from YouTube's servers. YouTube may set its own cookies on your device. These cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy and YouTube's Terms of Service. Common YouTube cookies include:
| Name | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube / Google | Session identifiers used by YouTube to track video views and prevent abuse. |
| PREF | YouTube / Google | Stores your YouTube preferences such as volume and playback quality. |
| __Secure-3PAPISID, SAPISID, etc. | Used by Google for advertising and user authentication if you are signed in to a Google account. |
Analytics
We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Service. Analytics cookies collect information in an anonymised form, including the number of visitors, where they came from, and the pages they visited.
| Name | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors and tracks sessions. Expires after 2 years. |
3. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies that have been set and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (note: this will break authentication and the YouTube player)
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Browser-specific instructions:
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
5. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy? Contact us at:
privacy@vidstations.tv