Last updated: February 1, 2026
Cookie Policy
AI Models Map ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
For broader information about how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give site owners useful information about how their site is used.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as maintaining your login session and remembering your theme preference. The site cannot function correctly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. We use this data to improve site performance and identify which features are most popular. Analytics cookies do not contain personally identifiable information.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. For example, they remember your preferred leaderboard category or table column settings so you do not have to set them each time you visit.
Cookies We Use
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| aimc-theme | Stores your preferred color theme (light or dark mode). | 1 year | Essential |
| aimc-session | Maintains your authenticated session so you stay logged in across pages. | Session | Essential |
| aimc-csrf | Cross-site request forgery protection token for form submissions. | Session | Essential |
| _aimc_anon | Anonymous visitor identifier for aggregated usage analytics. Does not contain personal information. | 90 days | Analytics |
| _aimc_pages | Tracks page views in the current session for anonymous usage statistics. | Session | Analytics |
| aimc-category | Remembers your last-viewed ranking category (e.g., Coding, Image). | 30 days | Functional |
| aimc-table-cols | Stores your preferred column visibility settings in leaderboard tables. | 1 year | Functional |
| aimc-changelog-dismissed | Tracks which changelog notifications you have dismissed so they are not shown again. | 90 days | Functional |
How to Manage Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Please note that disabling essential cookies may cause parts of the website to stop functioning correctly. Disabling analytics or functional cookies will not affect core website functionality but may result in a less personalized experience.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected]. For broader privacy questions, see our Privacy Policy.