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| Cookie | What it does | How long |
|---|---|---|
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Keeps you signed in. | Up to 30 days, or 7 days without a visit |
__Host-cd_oauth |
Protects the sign-in step with Google, GitHub or LinkedIn. | 10 minutes |
cd-theme |
Remembers whether you chose light, dark or system theme. | 1 year, or until you choose System |
cd_clone_visitor |
Counts the questions you ask a member's AI clone, so every visitor gets the same daily limit. It holds a random id, not who you are. | 1 year |
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