Globugg Cookie Policy
Operator: Bavity LLC · Effective: 17 October 2026 · Contact: [email protected]
What we use
Globugg uses a few cookies and similar device storage to keep you signed in, protect sign-in, count views once and remember your settings. On our website only, and only if you choose Accept, we also use Google Analytics to understand how Globugg is used. We don't use advertising cookies, pixels or ad SDKs. The iOS and Android apps don't use Google Analytics.
The full list
Cookies
| Name | Set by | What it's for | How long | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
gb_rt |
api.globugg.com | Keeps you signed in (an encrypted session reference; not readable by page scripts) | 30 days from last use | Strictly necessary |
gb_oauth |
api.globugg.com | Protects Google/Apple sign-in while it's in progress | 10 minutes | Strictly necessary |
gbv |
api.globugg.com | Counts each view once per browser when you're signed out (a random ID, not linked to you) | 1 year | Strictly necessary for accurate view counts |
_ga, _ga_<ID> |
globugg.com (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes visits for usage statistics | Up to 2 years (Google keeps the statistics for 14 months) | Analytics: only after you Accept, website only |
Device storage (stays on your device; nothing is sent to us unless noted)
| Key | What it's for |
|---|---|
globugg-settings, globugg-theme |
Your settings and light/dark choice |
globugg-consent |
Your cookie choice |
globugg-age |
Your age answer on this device before you have an account |
globugg-saves |
Buggs saved on this device by older versions of Globugg (moved to your account when you sign in) |
globugg-chat-hidden |
Whether you hid live chat |
globugg-activity-seen:* |
When you last opened Activity |
globugg-push-token, globugg-webpush-asked |
This device's notification registration, and whether we've asked |
globugg-iap-pending |
A purchase in progress in the iOS app (so it can be completed if the app closes) |
globugg-install-dismissed, globugg-signin-return, globugg-web* |
Small conveniences: install hint dismissed, returning from sign-in |
Other services your device talks to: map tiles come from OpenFreeMap and place search and directions from Mapbox; these requests include your IP address and the map area or place involved, but set no cookies. See our Privacy Policy.
Your choices
The first time you visit our website, the cookie banner offers Accept and Decline, equally easy. Declining has no effect on using Globugg. Change your choice any time in Profile → Settings → Privacy & safety → Analytics cookies. You can also clear cookies in your browser (this signs you out) and control location and notifications in your browser or phone settings. Your choice is stored on each device.
Changes
We'll update this policy when the cookies or storage we use change. See our Privacy Policy for your rights and how to contact us.