Cookies Policy
Effective Date: February 17, 2026
Last Updated: February 17, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our Worth Build website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use cookies on our idea validation platform, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on Worth Build and to help us improve our idea validation services. Here's how we use different types of cookies:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on our site, and any issues encountered. This helps us improve our idea validation platform and user experience.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide enhanced, personalized features. For example, they may remember your language preference or idea validation report settings.
Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
Purpose: Enable website functionality during your visit
Duration: Deleted when you close your browser
Examples: Login state, form data, shopping cart contents
Persistent Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences between visits
Duration: Remain until deleted or expired
Examples: Language settings, user preferences, "Remember me" functionality
First-Party Cookies
Purpose: Set by Worth Build for core functionality
Data: User authentication, preferences, analytics
Control: Managed directly by us
Third-Party Cookies
Purpose: Set by external services we integrate with
Examples: Google Analytics, payment processors
Control: Subject to third-party privacy policies
Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _worthbuild_session | Maintains user session and login state | Session | Essential |
| user_preferences | Stores user settings and preferences | 30 days | Functionality |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 24 hours | Analytics |
Managing Your Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
- Learn more about our cookie usage
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our idea validation platform, such as saving your preferences or maintaining your login session.
Third-Party Services
We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:
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Google Analytics: Helps us understand how users interact with our site
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy -
Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
Each processor has its own cookie and privacy policies -
API Services: For market research and data analysis
Used to provide comprehensive idea validation reports
These third-party services are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and personal data.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users of significant changes via email or website notice
- Request renewed consent where required by law
Questions About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@worthbuild.com
- Subject Line: "Cookies Policy Inquiry"
- Website: www.worthbuild.com
- Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
For more information about cookies in general, you can visit www.allaboutcookies.org or www.youronlinechoices.eu for users in Europe.