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VirtualInterview.ai
Last Updated: March 2026

Cookie Policy

This policy explains how VirtualInterview.ai uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform.

About This Policy

Cookies help us provide you with a better experience by enabling us to understand how you use our platform, remember your preferences, and improve our services.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

AI Data Processing & Cookies

VirtualInterview.ai uses third-party AI service providersto power features including interview feedback, resume analysis, question generation, and scoring. When you use these AI features, your input data is sent to our AI providers for real-time processing.

PII Redaction: We redact personally identifiable information before sending data to AI providers where technically feasible.
No Retention: Our AI providers do not retain your data after generating a response — processing is real-time only.
Data Minimization: Only the minimum data necessary is sent to the AI provider for each specific feature.
Opt-Out: You can avoid AI data processing entirely by not using AI-powered features (interview coaching, resume analysis, question generation).

For full details on how your data is processed, see our Privacy Policy — AI Data Processing section.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies
Required

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

Essential Cookies cookies
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
session_tokenMaintains your login sessionSessionFirst-party
csrf_tokenProtects against cross-site request forgerySessionFirst-party
cookie_consentStores your cookie preferences1 yearFirst-party

Functional Cookies
Optional

These cookies enable personalized features and remember your preferences.

Functional Cookies cookies
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
themeRemembers your dark/light mode preference1 yearFirst-party
languageStores your language preference1 yearFirst-party
sidebar_stateRemembers sidebar expanded/collapsed stateSessionFirst-party

Analytics Cookies
Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

Analytics Cookies cookies
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
_gaAnalytics - distinguishes users2 yearsThird-party (analytics)
_gidAnalytics - distinguishes users24 hoursThird-party (analytics)
_gatAnalytics - throttles request rate1 minuteThird-party (analytics)

AI Service Cookies
Optional

These cookies and local storage items support AI-powered features such as interview feedback, resume analysis, and question generation. Data sent to our

AI Service Cookies cookies
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
ai_session_contextMaintains AI conversation context within a session for interview coachingSessionFirst-party
ai_generation_cacheCaches AI-generated content locally to reduce redundant API calls24 hoursFirst-party
ai_consentRecords your consent to AI data processing for interview and resume features1 yearFirst-party

Marketing Cookies
Optional

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance.

Marketing Cookies cookies
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
_fbpFacebook Pixel - tracks conversions3 monthsThird-party (Facebook)
_gcl_auGoogle Ads conversion tracking3 monthsThird-party (Google)

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to control and manage cookies:

  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites.
  • Account Settings: Manage your marketing and analytics preferences in your account settings.
  • Opt-Out Tools: Use tools like Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.

Note: Blocking all cookies may impact your experience on our platform. Essential cookies are required for core functionality like login and security.

Third-Party Services

We use certain third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These include:

Analytics Services

We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how visitors use our site. These services help us improve the user experience without compromising your privacy.

Polar.sh

Our payment processor for secure transactions. Polar Privacy Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.

No, we never sell your personal data. Analytics data is only used to improve our services and is never shared for commercial purposes.

We review and update this Cookie Policy regularly to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Check the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Yes, we use first-party cookies and local storage to support AI-powered features such as interview coaching, resume analysis, and question generation. These cookies maintain session context and cache AI responses locally — no data is stored by our AI providers after processing.

Cookies themselves are not sent to AI providers. However, when you use AI features, your input data (e.g., interview responses, resume text) is sent to our third-party AI service providers for real-time processing. We apply data minimization and PII redaction before transmission. The AI provider does not retain your data after generating a response.

AI service cookies are optional. You can disable them via your browser settings or by not using AI-powered features. However, disabling them will prevent AI interview coaching, resume analysis, and question generation from functioning.

Questions About Cookies?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us: