Cookie policy
Last updated 2026-11-07
UnfollowWatch uses a small number of cookies and browser storage entries. We do not use analytics or advertising cookies of our own.
| Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
sb-*-auth-token / uw_session | Keeps you signed in | Essential, HTTP-only | Session refresh / 30 days |
uw_account | Remembers which Instagram account your dashboard shows | Essential, HTTP-only | 1 year |
uw_ad_free | Hides ads on public pages for paid subscribers | Functional | 30 days |
uw_meta_nonce | Protects the Instagram API connection flow against forgery | Essential, HTTP-only | 10 minutes |
uw-theme (local storage) | Remembers light or dark appearance | Functional | Until cleared |
Advertising
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Payments
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