Cookie Policy

SourceLens Website

Last updated: March 1, 2026
Version: 1.0


1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Highrank B.V. (trading as SourceLens) uses cookies and similar technologies on the SourceLens website (sourcelens.ai).

  • Legal entity: Highrank B.V.
  • Address: Koninginneweg 11, 1217 KP Hilversum, The Netherlands
  • Chamber of Commerce (KvK): 30273356
  • Contact: privacy@sourcelens.ai

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or login status.


3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

CookieProviderPurposeDuration
Session cookiesourcelens.aiMaintains your login sessionSession (deleted when you close your browser)
Language preferencesourcelens.aiRemembers your selected language1 year

Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and do not require consent (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR, Art. 5(3) ePrivacy Directive exemption).

3.2 Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies are only placed with your consent.

CookieProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique visitors2 years
_ga_*Google AnalyticsMaintains session state2 years

What GA4 collects:

  • Pages you visit on sourcelens.ai
  • How long you spend on each page
  • How you arrived at our website (referral source)
  • Your approximate geographic location (country/region level)
  • Device type, browser, and operating system

What GA4 does not collect:

  • Your name, email, or any personally identifiable information
  • Data from other websites you visit
  • Your IP address (IP anonymization is enabled)

Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). You can accept or decline analytics cookies through our cookie banner.

3.3 Cookies We Do Not Use

We do not use:

  • Advertising or remarketing cookies
  • Social media tracking cookies
  • Third-party marketing cookies
  • Cross-site tracking technologies
  • Fingerprinting technologies

4. Chrome Extension and Cookies

The SourceLens Chrome Extension does not use cookies. The extension uses chrome.storage.sync (a browser storage mechanism separate from cookies) to store:

  • Your SourceLens API key
  • Your selected project preferences
  • Notification settings

This data is stored locally in your browser and is not transmitted to third parties.


5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit sourcelens.ai, a cookie banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies (analytics). Your preference is saved and respected on subsequent visits.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of the website (e.g., login sessions).

5.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics specifically by:


6. Data Transfers

Google Analytics data may be processed by Google in the United States. Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. For more information, see Google's privacy policy.


7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy when we change our cookie practices. Material changes will be reflected in an updated "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.


8. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies:

Email: privacy@sourcelens.ai
Address: Highrank B.V., Koninginneweg 11, 1217 KP Hilversum, The Netherlands


This Cookie Policy is drafted in accordance with the GDPR (EU) 2016/679 and the ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC as implemented in the Dutch Telecommunications Act (Telecommunicatiewet). This document does not constitute legal advice.