Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2 February 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their sites are used.
This Cookie Policy explains how AKT Prep ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __clerk_* | Authentication and session management | Session |
| __session | Maintains your login session | Session |
| theme | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sidebar-state | Remembers sidebar collapsed/expanded state | 30 days |
| preferences | Stores your platform preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. The information is used to improve our services and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _vercel_insights | Vercel Analytics - page views and performance | Session |
| va_* | Vercel Speed Insights - performance metrics | 24 hours |
Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies:
Stripe (Payment Processing)
Stripe uses cookies to process payments securely and prevent fraud. These are essential for subscription management.
View Stripe's Privacy Policy →Clerk (Authentication)
Clerk provides our authentication system and uses cookies to manage secure login sessions.
View Clerk's Privacy Policy →Vercel (Hosting & Analytics)
Our platform is hosted on Vercel, which may use cookies for analytics and performance monitoring.
View Vercel's Privacy Policy →Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. Note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.
Important Note
If you delete or block essential cookies, you may not be able to access parts of our platform, including logging in to your account. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Used to store user preferences and temporary data on your device
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: hello@aktprep.uk
By continuing to use AKT Prep, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.