Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 10, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites and browser extensions. They help remember your preferences, maintain sessions, and improve your experience.
2. How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
2.1 Chrome Extension (Local Storage)
The SEO Layers extension uses Chrome's built-in storage mechanisms (not traditional HTTP cookies) to store data locally on your device:
| Storage Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| chrome.storage.local | Settings, preferences, subscription status cache, active tab state | Until extension is uninstalled or data is manually cleared |
| IndexedDB | Audit history, page notes, and extracted SEO data | Until browser data is cleared |
| Session storage | Temporary analysis state for the current browsing session | Until tab/browser is closed |
2.2 Website (seolayers.com)
Our website uses the following cookies:
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase Auth | Essential | Maintains your authenticated session for dashboard access | Session / 1 hour |
| __session | Essential | Server-side session management | Session |
| Razorpay | Essential | Payment processing security during checkout | Session |
2.3 Cookie Analysis Feature
The extension has a "cookies" permission that allows it to read and analyze cookies set by the websites you audit. This is used exclusively for the Ad Transparency and privacy compliance features — we analyze third-party cookies on audited pages to report tracking behavior. We do not set any cookies on websites you visit.
3. Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party services may set cookies when you use our website:
- Firebase (Google): Authentication and analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Razorpay: Payment processing. See Razorpay's Privacy Policy.
4. Managing Cookies
Extension Data
You can clear all extension data by going to chrome://extensions, finding SEO Layers, and clicking "Clear data". Alternatively, uninstalling the extension removes all stored data.
Website Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using the dashboard or checkout features.
5. Do Not Track
We respect browser DNT (Do Not Track) signals. Our website does not use analytics tracking cookies. The extension processes all SEO data locally and does not track your browsing behavior.
6. Contact
Questions about our cookie practices? Contact us at: [email protected]