Last updated: March 26, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how HiredSignal ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit hiredsignal.com (the "Service"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide reporting information, and assist with personalization. Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website are called "third-party cookies."
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function. They cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| hs_token | Authentication session token. A JSON Web Token (JWT) that identifies your authenticated session. This cookie is set after you sign in via Google OAuth and is required to access authenticated features such as saved jobs, profile settings, and application tracking. | 7 days | First-party, HTTP-only, Secure, SameSite=Lax |
| hs_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences. Records which categories of cookies you have accepted or declined so we can respect your choices on subsequent visits. | 365 days | First-party, Secure, SameSite=Lax |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting information anonymously. They are only set if you consent to analytics cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics. Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. Used to calculate visitor, session, and campaign data for site analytics reports. | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4. Used to persist session state and distinguish users. The suffix is unique to the GA4 measurement ID configured for the Service. | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
In addition to Google Analytics, we collect anonymized usage data through our own first-party analytics system. This data is processed and stored on our own servers and is not shared with third parties. It includes page views, feature usage, and aggregated search patterns. No cookies are required for first-party analytics as it relies on server-side event collection.
When you first visit the Service, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of any page.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent the Service from functioning correctly. You will not be able to sign in or use authenticated features if the hs_token cookie is blocked.
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
In addition to declining analytics cookies through our consent banner, you can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. There is currently no universal standard for how companies should respond to DNT signals. However, we honor the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal as a valid opt-out of analytics tracking.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. If we make material changes, we will reset the cookie consent banner so you can review and update your preferences.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: