What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your login status and preferences.
IdeaHub (operated by Picela (Pvt) Ltd) uses cookies and similar technologies (such as localStorage) to operate the Platform, keep you logged in, and understand how Users interact with the site.
Cookies We Use
🔐 Authentication Required
ih_token — Stores your login token in localStorage to keep you signed in across sessions. Without this, you would be logged out every time you close the browser. Expires when you log out or the token expires (typically 30 days).
👤 User Profile Required
ih_user — Stores your basic profile information (name, role, avatar) in localStorage so the dashboard and navigation can display your details without an extra API call on every page load.
📊 Analytics Optional
We may use anonymised usage analytics to understand how Users interact with the Platform — which pages are visited most, how long Users spend on certain features, and where Users drop off. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual Users.
🔑 Google OAuth Optional
If you sign in with Google, Google may set cookies as part of the authentication process. These are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
💳 PayPal Optional
When you make a payment through PayPal, PayPal may set cookies to process the transaction and prevent fraud. These are governed by PayPal's Privacy Policy.
Managing Cookies
IdeaHub uses localStorage rather than traditional browser cookies for authentication. This means standard cookie-blocking tools may not affect your login session.
You can clear your IdeaHub session at any time by logging out or by clearing your browser's localStorage for ideahub.it.com via your browser settings (Developer Tools → Application → Local Storage).
You can also control third-party cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform or third-party services like Google sign-in.
Browser Cookie Settings