MyOrbit Cookie Notice

1. Types of Cookies We Use

1.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

1.2 AI Feature Cookies

1.3 Functional/Preference Cookies

1.4 Analytics/Performance Cookies

1.5 Creator & Monetization Cookies

1.6 Advertising Cookies

2. Cookie Behavior by Encryption Mode

AI Encryption Mode (Default)

• All cookie categories available for full functionality
• Personalization enhances AI responses
• Analytics improve safety features
• Performance cookies optimize model selection and costs
• Full creator monetization features enabled

Superior E2EE Mode

• Only strictly necessary cookies active
• No analytics or personalization cookies
• No AI feature cookies (AI disabled in this mode)
• Complete privacy with limited functionality
• Basic creator features only

3. Third-Party Cookies and Data Sharing

3.1 AI Model Providers

When AI features are enabled, limited cookie data may be processed by:

• OpenAI: Content moderation and GPT model access
• Anthropic: Claude interactions and safety checks
• Google: Gemini features and Vertex AI
• AWS/Google Cloud: Infrastructure and secure processing

3.2 Safety Partners

• PhotoDNA: CSAM detection (hash matching only)
• Perspective API: Toxicity detection
• Age estimation services: Child safety verification
• WebPurify: Additional content moderation

These services receive only the minimum data necessary for safety checks, never your full browsing history or personal information.

3.3 Business Partners

• Stripe/PayPal: Payment processing for subscriptions and Nuggets
• Google Analytics: Anonymized usage analytics
• Cloudflare: Security and performance optimization
• SendGrid: Transactional email delivery

4. Your Cookie Choices and Control

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit MyOrbit, our cookie banner appears with these options:

• Accept All: Enable all cookies for full functionality
• Reject Non-Essential: Only strictly necessary cookies
• Manage Preferences: Customize each category
• More Information: Link to this full notice

We never use pre-ticked boxes. Your consent is always explicit and can be withdrawn anytime.

4.2 Account-Level Cookie Settings

Navigate to: Settings → Privacy → Cookie Preferences

Choose from presets:

• Minimal: Strictly necessary only (most private, limited features)
• Balanced: Necessary + Functional + Analytics (recommended)
• Full: All categories (complete features, personalized experience)

Or customize each category individually. Changes apply immediately across all your devices.

4.3 Browser-Level Controls

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies → Choose your preference
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Prevent cross-site tracking
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection
• Edge: Settings → Privacy → Tracking prevention level

4.4 Platform-Specific Controls

iOS (App Tracking Transparency):

• We request tracking permission per Apple requirements
• Selecting "Ask App Not to Track" disables advertising cookies
• Some features (AdWorks analytics, creator insights) require tracking

Android:

• Manage Advertising ID in Google Settings
• Control app permissions for MyOrbit
• Firebase Analytics respects your preferences

4.5 Global Privacy Signals

We automatically honor:

• Global Privacy Control (GPC): Treated as opt-out for sale/sharing
• Do Not Track (DNT): Respected where technically feasible

5. Cookies and Platform Economics

Why Cookie Choices Affect Features and Pricing

Our AI features require expensive API calls to frontier labs. Cookies help us:

• Cache responses to reduce redundant API costs
• Select the most cost-effective AI model for each task
• Track usage for accurate and fair billing
• Optimize performance to keep subscription prices low

If you disable AI feature cookies:

• Each interaction costs more (no response caching)
• We cannot optimize model selection
• Features may be limited to control costs
• Pay-per-use pricing may apply instead of flat rates

6. Cookie Data Retention

Your Rights:

• Export all cookie data via Settings → Privacy → Data Export
• Delete all cookies instantly via Settings → Privacy → Clear Cookies
• Automatic deletion upon account closure

7. Compliance with 2025 Privacy Laws

7.1 EU AI Act (Effective February 2025)

• Cookies used for AI are classified as "AI system inputs"
• You can request human review of AI-driven decisions
• We provide transparency about AI model selection via cookies
• Prohibited practices (social scoring, emotion manipulation) are blocked

7.2 Digital Services Act (DSA)

• Clear labeling of cookies used for content recommendations
• Opt-out available for all algorithmic amplification
• Researcher access to aggregated cookie statistics
• Audit logs maintained for regulatory review

7.3 GDPR & ePrivacy (EU/UK)

• Explicit consent required for non-essential cookies
• Consent withdrawal available anytime
• Data minimization and purpose limitation enforced
• Cross-border transfers use Standard Contractual Clauses

7.4 CCPA/CPRA (California)

• "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link provided
• No discrimination for exercising privacy rights
• Financial incentives clearly disclosed
• Opt-out applies to all cookie-based sharing

7.5 State AI Laws (31 States)

• California SB 1001: AI interaction disclosure via cookies
• Illinois BIPA: Biometric cookie consent required
• Texas: Additional consent for AI training data
• Colorado/Connecticut: Algorithmic accountability measures

8. Safety Exception Cookies

Even if you opt out of all optional cookies, we may use minimal safety cookies to:

• Detect and prevent child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
• Identify potential self-harm or crisis situations
• Block terrorist or violent extremist content
• Prevent coordinated platform manipulation
• Comply with court orders or legal obligations
• Investigate serious Terms of Service violations

These safety cookies:

• Process only essential data for protection
• Cannot be disabled while using MyOrbit
• Are subject to strict access controls
• Are regularly audited for necessity

9. Mobile App Data Practices

Note: Mobile apps don't use cookies but use platform-specific storage methods. This section explains how our mobile apps respect your privacy preferences.

iOS Application

• Complies with App Tracking Transparency (ATT)
• Uses IDFA only with explicit permission
• HealthKit data never leaves device
• Sign in with Apple preserves privacy option

Android Application

• Google Play Services for core functionality
• Advertising ID used only with consent
• Firebase Analytics respects cookie settings
• SafetyNet for security without tracking

Progressive Web App (PWA)

• Service workers respect cookie preferences
• Local storage aligned with cookie choices
• Push notifications require separate consent

10. Updates to This Cookie Notice

We review our cookie practices quarterly and update this notice when:

• New laws or regulations take effect
• We introduce new features requiring cookies
• We change our third-party providers
• User feedback suggests improvements needed

Notification Process:

• Material changes: 30 days advance notice via email and in-app notification
• Minor updates: Posted with effective date change
• Archive: Previous versions available on request via privacy@myorbit.ai

11. Contact Us

For Cookie Support

Response Times:

• Opt-out requests: Immediate (automated)
• General questions: 48 hours
• Data access requests: 30 days (GDPR requirement)
• Complex inquiries: 45 days with notice

Regulatory Inquiries

• Legal: legal@myorbit.ai
• Law enforcement: safety@myorbit.ai
• Media: social@myorbit.ai

12. Definitions

Cookie:

Small text file stored on your device to remember information

Pixel:

Invisible image that tracks email opens or page visits

Local Storage:

Browser storage similar to cookies but with no expiration

Session Storage:

Temporary storage cleared when you close the browser

Device Fingerprinting:

We do NOT use this privacy-invasive technique

Cross-site Tracking:

Following you across different websites (optional, requires consent)