Cookies Policy
Last Updated: August 31, 2026
PearlMountain Limited (“PearlMountain,” “we,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies in connection with EverCut, including our website, AI-powered video editing platform, online services, and related features and functionalities (collectively, the “Services”).
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, the purposes for which they are used, and the choices available to you regarding cookie management.
This Cookie Policy supplements our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Any capitalized terms not defined in this Cookie Policy have the meanings assigned to them in our Privacy Policy or Terms of Use.
Where required by applicable law, we will obtain your consent before placing or using non-essential cookies or similar technologies on your device. You may review, update, or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through our user settings under the Manage Cookies setting.
1. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you access or use an online service.
Cookies and similar technologies enable websites and online services to recognize your device, maintain user sessions, remember preferences, enhance security, analyze usage patterns, and improve functionality.
In addition to Cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies, including pixels, tags, web beacons, scripts, local storage, SDKs, device identifiers, and other technologies that perform similar functions.
For purposes of this Cookie Policy, the term “Cookies” refers collectively to Cookies and similar tracking technologies described above.
Cookies may be classified as first-party Cookies or third-party Cookies. First-party Cookies are placed directly by PearlMountain in connection with the Services. Third-party Cookies are placed by independent third-party service providers or partners that provide services or functionality relating to analytics, advertising, payment processing, security, and other operational purposes.
Cookies may also be classified based on their duration. Session Cookies are temporary Cookies that are deleted when you close your browser, while Persistent Cookies remain stored on your device for a specified period or until they are deleted through your browser settings or other available controls.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary Cookies are required for the operation, security, and availability of the Services.
These Cookies may support:
- account registration, login, and authentication;
- maintaining user sessions;
- security monitoring and fraud prevention;
- payment and subscription processing;
- consent preference management;
- service reliability and load balancing; and
- essential user settings.
Because these Cookies are necessary to provide core functionality, they cannot generally be disabled through our Cookie preference management tools.
Disabling these Cookies may prevent you from accessing certain features or using portions of the Services.
2.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
Analytics Cookies help us understand how users interact with EverCut and how the Services perform.
We may use analytics technologies to collect information relating to:
- website traffic;
- feature usage;
- user interactions;
- session activity;
- device and browser information;
- performance metrics; and
- error or diagnostic information.
We use this information to evaluate performance, identify technical issues, improve functionality, and enhance the overall user experience.
Analytics technologies used in connection with the Services may include services provided by Google Analytics, Hotjar, OneTrust, and similar providers.
2.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
Advertising and marketing Cookies may be used to measure promotional activities and improve the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
These technologies may support:
- conversion measurement;
- campaign attribution;
- advertising performance analysis;
- remarketing activities; and
- delivery of more relevant promotional content.
Advertising technologies used in connection with the Services may include Google Ads, Microsoft/Bing advertising services, and similar providers.
2.4 Functional Cookies
Functional Cookies allow the Services to remember certain preferences and provide enhanced functionality.
These Cookies may support:
- language preferences;
- regional settings;
- interface preferences;
- customized user experiences; and
- other settings selected by you.
Functional Cookies help improve usability but may not always be required for basic access to the Services.
2.5 Social Media and Third-Party Cookies
Where EverCut provides social media features, embedded content, or integrations with third-party platforms, those platforms may place Cookies through the Services.
Such Cookies may allow third parties to:
- recognize users;
- measure engagement;
- personalize content;
- analyze interactions; or
- associate activity with accounts maintained on their platforms.
Relevant providers may include Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms where applicable.
3. Purposes for Using Cookies
We may use Cookies and similar technologies for purposes including:
- enabling account access and authentication;
- maintaining security and preventing unauthorized activity;
- supporting payments, subscriptions, and transaction processes;
- remembering preferences and settings;
- analyzing Service usage and performance;
- monitoring errors and improving reliability;
- measuring marketing effectiveness and conversion performance;
- managing consent preferences;
- supporting customer communications, forms, and surveys where available; and
- enabling third-party integrations and embedded content where applicable.
4. Cookie Consent and Preference Management
Essential Cookies are necessary for the operation and security of the Services and generally cannot be disabled through our Cookie management tools.
For non-essential Cookies, including analytics, advertising, and social media Cookies, we will request and record your consent where required by applicable law.
You may choose whether to accept or reject different categories of Cookies through our Cookie banner or preference management tools.
You may update or withdraw your Cookie preferences at any time through Manage Cookies setting.
Your Cookie preferences may be stored through Cookies or similar technologies. If you delete Cookies, clear browser data, change browsers, or access the Services through another device, you may need to update your preferences again.
5. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
You may also control Cookies through your browser settings. Depending on your browser, you may be able to:
- view Cookies stored on your device;
- delete existing Cookies;
- block certain Cookies;
- receive notifications before Cookies are placed; or
- restrict third-party Cookies.
Instructions for managing Cookies in commonly used browsers are available through:
Google Chrome:
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Microsoft Edge:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-US/edge/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-view-allow-block-delete-and-use
https://support.microsoft.com/en-US/edge/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-view-allow-block-delete-and-use
You may also manage certain advertising preferences through Your Online Choices.
Please note that restricting or disabling Cookies may affect certain features of EverCut, including account access, saved preferences, payment functions, and other Service functionality.
6. Third-Party Technologies and Providers
Certain functions of EverCut may rely on third-party service providers that use Cookies or similar technologies.
These providers may process information collected through Cookies according to their own privacy policies, cookie policies, and applicable terms.
We do not control third-party Cookies after they are placed by the relevant providers. Third-party technologies used in connection with the Services may include the following:
6.1 Google Analytics and Advertising Services
We may use Google Analytics and Google advertising technologies, including Google Ads and related measurement tools, provided by Google LLC and its affiliates.
These technologies help us understand how users access and interact with the Services, analyze usage trends, measure advertising performance, attribute conversions, and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Google may collect and process information through Cookies or similar technologies in accordance with its own privacy policies and terms. Such information may include usage data, device information, browser information, and interactions with the Services.
For more information regarding Google’s privacy practices and available controls, please refer to:
Google Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Technologies and Cookies:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6.2 Microsoft Advertising Services
We may use Microsoft Advertising services and related technologies provided by Microsoft to measure advertising performance, evaluate campaign effectiveness, track conversions, and support marketing attribution activities.
Microsoft may collect and process information through Cookies or similar technologies in accordance with its own privacy practices and applicable terms. Such information may include interactions with the Services, device information, usage data, and advertising-related identifiers.
For more information regarding Microsoft’s privacy practices and available controls, please refer to:
Microsoft Privacy Statement:
https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
6.3 Hotjar and Consent Management Services
We may use Hotjar and similar analytics technologies to analyze how users interact with the Services, understand usage patterns, identify usability issues, and improve the performance and user experience of EverCut.
We may also use consent management platforms, including OneTrust or Didomi, to provide Cookie preference management functionality, collect and store consent choices where required by applicable law, and support the administration of privacy preferences.
These third-party providers may process information through Cookies or similar technologies in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable terms.
For more information regarding these providers’ privacy practices, please refer to:
Hotjar Privacy Policy:
https://www.hotjar.com/legal/policies/privacy
https://www.hotjar.com/legal/policies/privacy
OneTrust Privacy Notice:
https://www.onetrust.com/privacy-notice
https://www.onetrust.com/privacy-notice
Didomi Privacy Policy:
https://www.didomi.io/privacy-policy
https://www.didomi.io/privacy-policy
6.4 Cloudflare and Stripe Services
We may use Cloudflare services to support website security, performance, availability, and content delivery functions. Cloudflare may process technical information, such as IP addresses, device information, and network-related data, in connection with providing these services.
We may use Stripe services to facilitate payment processing, subscription management, and related transaction functions. Stripe may process payment-related information in accordance with its own privacy practices and applicable terms.
These third-party providers may process information collected through Cookies or similar technologies according to their respective privacy policies and applicable terms.
For more information regarding these providers’ privacy practices, please refer to:
Cloudflare Privacy Policy:
https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
Stripe Privacy Policy:
https://stripe.com/privacy
https://stripe.com/privacy
6.5 Social Media Platforms
Where EverCut includes social media features, embedded content, sharing tools, or integrations provided by third-party social media platforms, those platforms may place or access Cookies and similar technologies in connection with such features.
These technologies may enable social media platforms to recognize users, measure engagement, analyze interactions, personalize content, or associate activity with accounts maintained on their platforms.
Relevant platforms may include Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, and other social media providers where applicable.
Such third-party platforms independently control their use of Cookies and the processing of information collected through these technologies. Their practices are governed by their respective privacy policies and cookie policies.
7. Cookie Retention
The retention period of Cookies varies depending on their type, purpose, and the applicable third-party provider.
Session Cookies are temporary and are generally removed when you close your browser. Persistent Cookies remain stored on your device for a specified period or until they are removed through your browser settings, Cookie preference tools, or other available controls.
Third-party providers may establish and manage their own Cookie retention periods in accordance with their respective privacy policies, cookie policies, and applicable terms.
You may review or update your Cookie preferences at any time through Manage Cookies setting. You may also remove Cookies through your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to:
- the Services;
- the Cookies and similar technologies used in connection with the Services;
- third-party service providers;
- applicable legal or regulatory requirements; or
- our privacy practices.
When we update this Cookie Policy, we will revise the “Last Updated” date displayed at the beginning of this Policy.
Where required by applicable law, or where we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we may provide additional notice through the Services, by email, or through other appropriate communication channels.
Your continued use of the Services after the updated Cookie Policy becomes effective constitutes your acknowledgment of the updated Policy.