Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 2026
kant.au is operated by Adrian Hewitt trading as kant.au (ABN 47 985 180 864), a sole trader registered in Tasmania, Australia.
This policy explains how kant.au uses cookies and similar technologies. You can manage your preferences at any time by clearing the cookie_consent cookie in your browser, which will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the site to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
authjs.session-token | Authenticates your logged-in session | Session | kant.au |
__csrf | Protects against cross-site request forgery | 24 hours | kant.au |
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year | kant.au |
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to provide a better experience. They are only set when you use specific features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
sidebar_state | Remembers whether the dashboard sidebar is expanded or collapsed | 7 days | kant.au |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our public pages. They are only set if you click “Accept” on the cookie consent banner.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique visitors for Google Analytics | 2 years | |
_ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics | 2 years |
Payment Cookies
These cookies are set by Stripe on checkout and subscription management pages. They are necessary to process payments securely.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
__stripe_mid | Fraud prevention and payment processing | 1 year | Stripe |
__stripe_sid | Fraud prevention and payment processing | 30 minutes | Stripe |
Browser Storage (localStorage)
The dashboard uses your browser's localStorage to cache data locally for performance. This data never leaves your browser and is automatically scoped to your user account. All cached data is cleared when you log out or switch accounts.
| Key Prefix | Purpose | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
cache:userId | Identifies which user the cached data belongs to, so it can be cleared on account switch | Until logout |
wd:* | Caches dashboard widget data to reduce API calls | 5–60 minutes (varies by data type) |
pg:* | Caches paginated and filtered data views | 5–60 minutes (varies by data type) |
vis:* | Caches dashboard widget visibility settings | Until changed or logout |
cache:lastAlertCheck | Tracks when alerts were last checked to avoid reprocessing | Until logout |
kant-ui-settings | Stores UI preferences such as sidebar state and view mode | Until logout |
Managing 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 the site from functioning correctly.
For more information about how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy.