Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device 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 site is being used.
2. How We Use Cookies
AI Mechanic uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our service
- Improve our service based on usage patterns
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_token | Authentication session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remember consent choice | 1 year |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | UI preferences (theme, layout) | 1 year |
| recent_vehicles | Recently viewed vehicles | 30 days |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_G-0XW3S4T2T5 | Google Analytics — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — session identification | 24 hours |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: For understanding website traffic and usage patterns. Data is anonymised (IP anonymisation enabled). See Google's Privacy Policy
- Stripe: For secure payment processing. See Stripe's Privacy Policy
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (note: this may affect functionality)
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
5.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit AI Mechanic, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the service to function.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:
- You may not be able to stay logged in
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Some features may not work correctly
- The overall experience may be degraded
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
AI Mechanic Ltd
Trading as: AI Mechanic
Email: [email protected]
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