Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
How PnP Tax Uses Cookies and Local Storage
PnP Tax uses a minimal set of cookies and browser local storage to operate our services. We do not use third-party tracking cookies, advertising pixels, or analytics cookies from external providers.
When you visit pnp.tax, a consent banner gives you two options:
- Accept All — Enables functional cookies and our own page view analytics
- Functional Only — Only essential cookies required for the site to work
What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small files placed on your device by a website. PnP uses one httpOnly cookie that JavaScript cannot read — it is sent automatically by your browser with each request and used solely for authentication.
Local storage is data saved in your browser. Unlike cookies, local storage is never sent to our servers automatically. We use it to remember your preferences and wallet connection state on your device only.
Cookies We Set
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| pnp_access_token | httpOnly Cookie | Authentication — grants access to tools after payment or wallet verification. Cannot be read by JavaScript. | 24 hours |
That's it. One essential cookie. No third-party advertising or tracking cookies. No tracking pixels. No Google Analytics.
Browser Storage We Use
The following data is stored in your browser. This data never leaves your device — it is not sent to our servers. Items marked "Session" are cleared when you close the tab or hard-refresh; items marked "Persistent" remain until you clear them.
| Name | Storage | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| pnp_wallet | Session | Connected wallet address for auto-reconnect within this tab | Tab close / hard refresh |
| pnp_tier | Session | Token holder tier (Whale, Shark, or Fish) | Tab close / hard refresh |
| pnp_disconnected | Session | Prevents auto-reconnect after explicit disconnect | Tab close / hard refresh |
| pnp_cookie_consent | Persistent | Remembers your cookie consent choice | Until cleared |
| pnp_theme | Persistent | Gold/blue theme preference | Until cleared |
| pnp_manual_session | Persistent | Manual payment session wallet (survives modal close) | Until payment completes or 30 min |
| BSP_TERMS_* | Persistent | Terms of Service acceptance (version + timestamp) | Until cleared |
Server-Side Storage (Strictly Necessary)
In addition to browser storage, the following data may be stored on our servers. These are essential for the service to function:
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Free Mode IP Hash | When you use our tools without logging in, we temporarily use a one-way hash of your IP address to link your uploaded files to your download requests. This is required for the service to function. The hash cannot be reversed to identify you. No persistent cookies are set for this purpose. | Automatically deleted within 24 hours |
Analytics
If you choose "Accept All" on the consent banner, we track basic page views using our own first-party analytics system. This data includes:
- Which page was visited (e.g., Bank Processor, Labeler, TIS)
- A hashed version of your IP address (we never store your actual IP)
- Whether you are a new or returning visitor (per day)
We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any third-party tracking service. Our analytics dashboard is publicly viewable — you can see exactly what we track.
Third-Party Services
The following third-party services may set their own cookies or store data when you interact with them:
- Phantom Wallet — The Phantom browser extension manages its own cookies and storage for wallet functionality. See Phantom's Privacy Policy.
- Stripe — If you pay by credit card, Stripe handles payment processing and may set its own cookies for fraud prevention. See Stripe's Privacy Policy.
- Cloudflare — Our hosting may use Cloudflare for performance and security, which may set a
__cf_bmcookie for bot detection. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
How to Manage Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Clear local storage data
Note that blocking the pnp_access_token cookie will prevent you from accessing paid tools, as it is required for authentication.
Contact
If you have questions about our cookie practices, contact us at [email protected].