Cookies and tracking on Orbit

Sign-in sessions

A session cookie keeps you signed in between visits so you don't have to enter your password every time you open Orbit. Clearing your browser's cookies signs you out and you'll need to sign in again.

Preferences

Storage is also used to remember interface choices, like whether you've dismissed the install prompt, so Orbit doesn't repeat the same prompts every session.

Advertising

Orbit shows ads through Google AdSense, which uses its own cookies to serve and measure ads. This is separate from your sign-in session and preference storage, and is governed by Google's own advertising policies alongside Orbit's Cookie Policy.

Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser's own settings, including blocking or clearing them. Blocking essential cookies will likely sign you out or break sign-in entirely, since Orbit relies on them to know who you are.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Orbit without any cookies?

No, the sign-in session cookie is required for the app to know you're logged in.

Does Orbit use cookies to track me across other websites?

Advertising cookies from Google AdSense may be used across sites that run AdSense; see the Cookie Policy and Google's own policies for specifics.

Where's the full list of cookies Orbit sets?

The Cookie Policy at /cookie-policy has the complete and current breakdown.