Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 April 2026
SpendGenie uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, improve, and secure our service. This policy explains what cookies we use, why, and how you can control them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and help website owners understand how their site is being used.
Cookies we use
Strictly Necessary
These cookies are essential for SpendGenie to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your logged-in session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| auth_token | Authenticates API requests from your browser | 30 days |
Functional
These cookies enable enhanced functionality such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_prefs | Stores your dashboard layout and display preferences | 1 year |
| currency_pref | Remembers your preferred currency for expense entry | 1 year |
| language | Stores your language and locale preference | 1 year |
Analytics
These cookies help us understand how visitors use SpendGenie so we can improve the product.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _sg_analytics | Tracks page views and feature usage (anonymised) | 90 days |
| _sg_session | Groups page views into sessions for reporting | 30 minutes |
Marketing
These cookies help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing and show relevant content.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel — measures advertising effectiveness | 90 days |
| _gcl_au | Google Analytics — advertising conversion tracking | 90 days |
How to control cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Cookie preference centre: Use our cookie banner to accept or decline non-essential cookies when you first visit SpendGenie.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to view, delete, or block cookies through their settings menu. Note that blocking essential cookies will affect the functionality of SpendGenie.
- Opt-out tools: For analytics cookies, you can opt out via your browser's privacy settings or industry opt-out pages.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the date at the top of this page.
Contact us
For questions about our use of cookies: privacy@spendgenie.com
Cookie questions? privacy@spendgenie.com