Cookie Policy
Last updated 23 October 2026
Cookies are small files a website stores in your browser. Porchlight uses a few that are needed to run the site and keep your account safe. Others, for analytics and ad measurement, are only used if you say yes.
Cookies we use
| Name | Type | What it does | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
__Host-pl_session | Necessary | Keeps you signed in. Holds a random code, not your details. | 30 days |
pl_google | Necessary | Protects Google sign-in from forgery while you sign in. | 10 minutes |
pl_consent | Necessary | Remembers your cookie choice. | 6 months |
Stripe cookies | Necessary | Set by Stripe on its checkout page to prevent fraud. | Up to 2 years |
_ga, _ga_T708TXM15K | Analytics | Google Analytics: shows which pages are used so we can improve them. Only set if you accept analytics cookies. | Up to 13 months |
Ad measurement cookies | Marketing | Measure our own ads on Google and Meta. Only with your consent. | Up to 13 months |
Storage on your device
The studio also keeps a copy of your work and your light or dark setting in your browser's local storage, so the app loads fast. This never leaves your device except when it saves to your own account.
Your choices
You can change your choice at any time with the button above or the Cookie settings link at the bottom of every page. You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. If you block necessary cookies, you won't be able to sign in.
More about how we handle data is in our Privacy Policy. Questions go to hello@porchlighthub.com.